This is a modular toolkit which can be accessed by all teaching assistants working with pupils with SEND in mainstream primary and secondary school settings.

ONLINE RECORDED SESSIONS AVAILABLE ON DEMAND FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 24/25

NEW ONLINE MODULES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 25/26

This course equips individuals with simple de-escalation strategies and basic positive handling techniques to deal with challenging behaviour and encourage positive relationships.

Equip yourself with the latest regional and national SEND updates and access research-informed documents to reflect on and implement best practices.

Introduction to the SEND Journey in Action

Cracking the Code: Developing Confident Communicators

An opportunity to hear key updates around SEND, receive training and support from various SEND professionals, and network with Headteachers.

Improved communication skills from staff will help children manage their emotions at lunchtimes, finding solutions to resolve these challenging behaviours to create happier lunchtimes.

New for 2025-26 academic year

This course builds practical skills to identify mental health issues, apply the MHFA action plan, support recovery, and maintain self-care and boundaries

Emotion Coaching

This two-day paediatric First Aid course focuses on emergency scenarios that face those looking after young children and infants.

Lego Therapy : Using Lego play to nurture well-being

Meeting Complex Needs in EYFS in Mainstream Settings

SEMH - The Bigger Picture

This course equips individuals with simple de-escalation strategies and basic positive handling techniques to deal with challenging behaviour and encourage positive relationships.

Gestalt Language Processing

This First Aid at Work qualification meets HSE guidelines and is ideal for workplaces where a fully-trained First Aider is not required.

Mental Health Skills for Managers