Trine is the Assistant Head of In Toto Peterborough, joining us with over 25 years’ experience in education. She began her career in Post-16, teaching BTEC National in Sport, Exercise Science, and A-level PE. After a period living in Canada, she returned to the UK and began working in large secondary schools, initially teaching PE. It was during this time that Trine began developing a strong interest in pastoral care and wellbeing, ultimately shifting her focus to supporting students’ mental health and overall welfare. 

Before joining In Toto Ed, Trine took on a senior leadership role as Head of Pastoral, in an independent school where the students had a broad range of complex needs, from dyslexia, to ADHD, Autism, anxiety and EBSA. Her responsibilities quickly expanded, and she became the Mental Health and Attendance Champion.  

Trine’s qualifications include a BEd in Physical Education from Crewe and Alsager (now Manchester Metropolitan University) and 6 years’ experience as a DDSL, as well as further studies in mental health, special educational needs (especially ADHD, autism, and dyslexia), and a Diploma in Educational Psychology. She also has experience as a school governor, where she contributed to safeguarding and policy development. 

Why I Enjoy My Role: 

“Every young person deserves the best opportunities to achieve their potential, to learn in a way that works for them, and to have someone who believes in them, no matter the challenges. That’s what I strive to offer every day.”