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Welcome to our SENCO news and updates series, where we’ll keep you up-to-date with the latest developments, trends, and best practices in the world of Special Educational Needs Coordination. If you’re a SENsible SENCO member, you get even more amazing help, advice and insights when you log in.
SENCO Resilience: Balancing Responsibilities and Self-Care
Discover how Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs) can build resilience to excel in their demanding roles. Learn effective time management strategies, delegation techniques, and the importance of self-care for maintaining a healthy work-life balance in SEN education.
Fostering Student Resilience: Strategies for Success in the Classroom
Discover the importance of nurturing resilience in students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and explore practical strategies to help them thrive. Learn how to promote a growth mindset, foster positive relationships, teach problem-solving skills, encourage self-care, and celebrate effort in SEN education.
Building Resilience in Teachers: Navigating the Challenges of Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Discover effective strategies for building resilience in SEN (Special Educational Needs) teachers. Explore self-care, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, practical tips, and professional development to navigate the challenges of SEN education.
Riding the Wave of SEMH: The Impact and Implications of Rising Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs in Schools Part 6
Discover the importance of collaboration and communication among teachers, parents, and professionals in implementing targeted interventions for students. Learn about the benefits of effective coordination, regular monitoring, and evaluation for successful interventions.
Riding the Wave of SEMH: The Impact and Implications of Rising Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs in Schools part 1
Discover the importance of targeted interventions in addressing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) issues in students. Learn how early identification, personalized support, and building coping skills contribute to creating an inclusive school environment.
Using Assessment to make SEND more inclusive with BSquared
Join our webinar with Dale Pickles, Director at B Squared, as we explore how BSquared revolutionises assessments for inclusivity. Discover the benefits of centralised data and time-saving measures, particularly for tracking progress in SEN pupils. Don’t miss this informative session!
Riding the Wave of SEMH: The Impact and Implications of Rising Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs in Schools” An Introduction
Learn about the increasing prevalence of social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs in schools and discover strategies for supporting students. Understand the impact of SEMH on learning environments and find opportunities to create inclusive spaces for all students.
SEN Funding Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction
Explore and debunk common myths surrounding Special Educational Needs (SEN) funding in the UK. Learn the facts about the limitations and allocations of SEN funding and how it is tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with SEN.
The Pounds and Pence of SEN Funding: Where Does It All Go?
Explore the intricacies of Special Educational Needs (SEN) funding in the UK, including categories like High Needs Funding, Notional Budget, EHCP Pot, Early Years SEN Funding, and SEND Transport Costs. Unlock the mystery of where these resources go and their importance in supporting children with special educational needs.
An In-Depth Look at Special Educational Needs Funding in UK Schools
Gain insights into Special Educational Needs (SEN) funding, including its components like Notional SEN Budget, High Needs Funding, and the SEN Code of Practice. Understand the role of the SENCO in optimizing SEN funding for student support.
Keeping Up with Qualifications and Certifications in SEND
Explore the significance of keeping Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) qualifications and certifications up-to-date. Learn about evolving best practices, legal requirements, and the impact on confidence and credibility. Discover strategies for monitoring, updating, and broadening qualifications in the dynamic field of SEND.
Hosting Drop-In Sessions: Why and How?
Explore the importance of hosting regular SEND drop-in sessions, fostering open communication, building trust, and engaging parents, pupils, and staff in the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) process. Learn how to plan and execute these sessions effectively and address challenges that may arise.
Embedding Parent and Pupil Feedback in SEND Provision
Explore the art and science of incorporating parent and pupil feedback into your Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision. Discover the rationale behind feedback, scheduling feedback sessions, methods of gathering feedback, translating feedback into action, and addressing challenges.
The Role of SENCO in Reading/Spelling Age Updates
Explore the vital role of SENCOs in updating reading and spelling ages for SEN students. Learn how this data serves as a diagnostic tool, influences interventions, and informs curriculum planning. Discover the importance of collaboration and technology in the process.
Planning Support Timetables and Interventions
Dive into the art and science of planning and reviewing support provisions for SEND students. Learn how to grasp student needs, set clear objectives, create flexible timetables, and engage stakeholders like parents and support staff. Navigate the seas of interventions with precision and care.
Facilitating Staff Feedback after Externally Attended CPD
Explore the importance of facilitating feedback and sharing knowledge after attending external Continuous Professional Development (CPD) sessions in the education realm. Learn strategies for maximizing the impact of externally gained knowledge, including scheduled debrief sessions, formal feedback forms, integration into strategy meetings, peer-led workshops, and maintaining a CPD knowledge repository.
Delivering Staff CPD: Preparation and Follow-Up
Explore the art of delivering impactful staff Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in the realm of education. Learn how to understand staff needs, design relevant sessions, engage effectively during delivery, and ensure long-term integration and application of CPD knowledge.
Mastering the Transition Process
Explore the importance of smooth transitions in a student’s educational journey and discover strategies for mastering the transition process. Learn how to address potential challenges, collaborate effectively, and ensure successful transitions for SEND pupils.
Coordinating With Support Specialists
Explore the importance of coordinating with support specialists in the realm of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Discover who these specialists are, their key roles, and why regular engagement with them is vital for tailoring interventions, skill transfer, holistic understanding, and efficient scheduling.
Participating in Awareness Weeks: A Guide
Explore the significance of Awareness Weeks for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and how schools can participate. Learn about breaking stereotypes, providing education, building empathy, and celebrating diversity. Get tips on planning and involving various stakeholders.