Course aims:
To enable those who are in support roles in independent schools to understand their role in supporting pupils and their school with regards to SEN. There will be an overview of SEN, the law regarding independent schools, the needs you may encounter and how to support them.
You will learn:
What SEN is
The law regarding SEN and independent schools
How to support a child with SEN
Programme Outline
What is SEN?
What are the laws and regulations that independent schools bound to?
What is an EHCP and what may it look like in an independent school?
How is SEN diagnosed - when should it be? What type of needs will I encounter?
What is the role of the support assistant?
In class support v. Intervention
How can I support these needs and what training can I access?
