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ISEND TRAINING BROCHURE

Building Capacity for Staff and School

COURSE QUICK FINDER

CLASS Communication, Learning and Autism Support Service

AUTISM AND SOCIAL COMMUNICATION DIFFICULTIES

Understanding Autism Spectrum 12

Peer Awareness - Supporting Pupils to Understand Autism 12

Pupil Voice for Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum 13

Running Social Skills Groups 13

Self-awareness: Sex and Relationships Education for Young People on the Autism Spectrum 14

Social Narratives - Based on Carol Gray’s Social Stories™ 14

Transition for Children and Young people on the Autism Spectrum 15

Understanding Autism and Behaviour 15

Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum 16

ICT

Supporting Inclusion with Communicate in Print 16

Supporting Writing with Clicker 7 17

LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Intro package 17

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Standard package 18

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Extended package 18

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Bespoke package 19

Makaton Foundation Workshop for Professionals 19

Makaton Taster Session 20

Narrative skills 20

The CLASS Speech, Language and Communication Needs Course Accredited by the University of Brighton 21

Understanding Speech, Language and Communication Needs 22

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Using Speech Link in Your School 22

LITERACY AND NUMERACY

Bullseye! 23

How to Administer, Score and Interpret the Dyslexia Screening Test (DST-J) 24

Early Identification of Dyslexia 25

Effective 1:1 Reading Sessions 25

Personalised Learning for Reading 26

Personalised Toolkits for Maths or Literacy 27

Phonics Training 27

Phonological Awareness Training 28

Speed Up! 28

Spelling Games and Spelling Strategies 29

Struggling Writers How to help 29

Supporting Children with Maths Difficulties 30

Supporting Spelling at Secondary school 30

The CLASS Dyslexia Course Accredited by the University of Brighton 31

Understanding Dyslexia 32

SUPPORTING QUALITY FIRST TEACHING

Enhance & Support Memory in the Classroom 32

Enhancing Learning with Multisensory Techniques 33

Pupil Voice An Individual to Whole School Approach 33

Sensory Circuits and Jump Ahead 34

Working as an Individual Needs Assistant 34

COURSE QUICK FINDER

EPS

EPS Educational Psychology Service

Overview 45


The Educational Psychology Service is able to offer a wide range of training which we can adapt to the needs of the school or setting. In addition we will be able to devise bespoke training packages in consultation with you.

Your link EP will be able to discuss the potential training needs you may have and how to book training.

A full list of example training products can be found on page 48 of this brochure.

English as an Additional Language

EALS English as an Additional Language Service

Accelerating Progress in Maths for EAL Learners in Secondary Schools 38

Accelerating Progress in Science for EAL Learners in Secondary schools 38

Meeting the Needs of EAL Learners with SEN 39

Effective differentiation for EAL pupils 40

Supporting Newly Arrived EAL Pupils 41

Working with EAL Learners – Introductory Training for Teaching Assistants 41

Short-bite training sessions for subject departments in secondary schools: Maths, Science, History, 42

Geography, English: Poetry

Beyond the Plateau 43

Developing Language through Visuals 43

Attendance

ESBAS Education Support, Behaviour & Attendance Service

Behaviour

FOR SCHOOL STAFF

Behaviour Risk Assessment 52

Understanding Challenging Behaviour 52

Introduction to Nurture Groups (Primary) 53

Introduction to Nurture Groups (Secondary) 53

Introduction to the Boxall Profile 54

Attachment in the Classroom 54

Meeting the Challenges of SEMH in Secondary Schools 55

Developing Social Language Activities & Groups 55

Exclusion Training Workshop 56

Introduction to Positive Approaches to Challenging Behaviour De-escalation, Defusion Course 57

Brain-friendly Approaches to Behaviour Management 58

Compliance vs Engagement 58

Emotional Literacy using Balloons 59

Getting to grips with your class – The NQT Guide 59

Introduction to a Mindfulness Based Approach for Working with Children and Young People 60

Introduction to Thrive 60

Bespoke Attendance Consultation 48

Attendance Officer/Lead Training 48

Attendance Interventions & Evidence Gathering 49

Attendance Audit 49

Persistent Absence and Action Planning for Individual pupils 50


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Behaviour continued...

Developing Positive Playtimes 61

Reactive Behaviour Management 62

The Additional Needs Plan & the Matrix 62

The Physical Environment: Planning for Good Behaviour 63

The Power of Language 63

The Restorative Approach 64

Writing Additional Needs Plans for SEMH 64

FOR PUPILS/PARENTS

Anti-Bullying Strategies Toolkit Training 65

Buddy Training 66

Peer Support Training 66

Friendship Group Work 67

Assemblies and Workshops 67

Anti-Bullying Workshop 68

Ready to Learn Group 68

Parenting Support 69

‘Championing Change for Children: relentlessly pursuing positive outcomes for children and young people, enabling them to thrive in their local community.’


The Services 2 Schools Webshop

The Services 2 Schools Webshop is an online portal where new and existing school and academy customers can find out about, purchase and consume content relating to our traded services. The site provides a ‘one stop shop’ for everything relating to the wide range of services available under the Services 2 Schools banner, including all of our ISEND courses.

ISEND support is priced in terms of units (Educational Psychology Service is offered as number of days. Please see the Webshop for details). Your school can buy a block of units, which you then use to buy courses, workshops and interventions.

We understand that the needs of your school can change quickly. So if you plan to use units for a particular piece of work, but then find you want to use the units for another purpose, then we have the capacity and flexibility to enable you to do this.You can buy units at any time during the year. However, to get best value we recommend that you agree an amount at the beginning of the year. We will then keep you informed as to how you are spending them so as to maximise value. If you need to buy more you can do so.

Units are priced differently across each ISEND service. Check each service page on the Webshop to see pricing structures.If you would like an account please contact the team via:

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 01273 463324

Visit: www.services2schools.co.uk

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CLASS COMMUNICATION, LEARNING AND AUTISM SUPPORT SERVICECLASS is a team of Advisory Teachers and Practitioners who hold additional specialist qualifications. Our areas of expertise include Autism; Speech, Language and Communication Needs; Dyslexia; Numeracy; Assistive Technology and Augmentative and Alternative Communication.

We work with all primary schools, secondary schools, post 16 settings and the independent sector. We offer support and training at an individual level or a whole school level. Our extensive service portfolio ranges from consultation, assessment and teaching to training, professional development groups and an extensive banded book loan service.

One of our key strengths is to offer bespoke training and services. If you don’t find what you are looking for in this brochure, get in touch and we will endeavour to accommodate your needs.




Building Capacity for Staff and School AUTISM AND SOCIAL COMMUNICATION DIFFICULTIES

Understanding Autism Spectrum

Peer Awareness - Supporting Pupils to Understand Autism

Pupil Voice for Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum

Running Social Skills Groups

Self-awareness: Sex and Relationships Education for Young People on the Autism Spectrum

Social Narratives - Based on Carol Gray’s Social Stories™

Transition for Children and Young people on the Autism Spectrum

Understanding Autism and Behaviour

Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum

ICT

Supporting Inclusion with Communicate in Print

Supporting Writing with Clicker 7

LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Intro package

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Standard package

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Extended package

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Bespoke package

Makaton Foundation Workshop for Professionals

Makaton Taster Session

Narrative skills

The CLASS Speech, Language and Communication Needs Course Accredited by the University of Brighton

Understanding Speech, Language and Communication Needs

Using Speech Link in Your School

LITERACY AND NUMERACY

Bullseye!

How to Administer, Score and Interpret the Dyslexia Screening Test (DST-J)

Early Identification of Dyslexia

Effective 1:1 Reading Sessions

Personalised Learning for Reading

Personalised Toolkits for Maths or Literacy

Phonics Training

Phonological Awareness Training

Speed Up!

Spelling Games and Spelling Strategies

Struggling Writers How to help

Supporting Children with Maths Difficulties

Supporting Spelling at Secondary school

The CLASS Dyslexia Course Accredited by the University of Brighton

Understanding Dyslexia

SUPPORTING QUALITY FIRST TEACHING

Enhance & Support Memory in the Classroom

Enhancing Learning with Multisensory Techniques

Pupil Voice An Individual to Whole School Approach

Sensory Circuits and Jump Ahead

Working as an Individual Needs Assistant

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary and Secondary school staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you have children or young people in your school with a diagnosis of autism?

Are you unsure about how you can support those children?

This course will help you to learn how to recognise, relate and respond to learners with autism.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Understanding Speech, Language and Communication Needs

• Makaton Taster Session

• Makaton Foundation Workshop for Professionals

DURATION2.5 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An insight into the everyday problems faced by children or young people with autism

• An understanding of social communication difficulties and social awareness

• An understanding of heightened anxiety and sensory issues

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEUnderstanding Autism Spectrum

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary and Secondary school staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you have children or young people in your school with autism? Do their peers always understand their uniqueness?

Raising peer awareness will increase understanding and help peers view a child or young person with autism in an inclusive and positive way.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Understanding Autism Spectrum

• Understanding Autism and Behaviour

DURATION2.5 hour sessions

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Knowledge and confidence to deliver

peer awareness sessions in your school

• An increased understanding of peers to the needs of children on the autism spectrum

• Suggestions for practical activities around peer awareness

Peer Awareness – Supporting Pupils to Understand Autism COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATE


“The Practitioner gave us practical, workable strategies to use in class. Really helpful.” School (Teacher)


WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary and Secondary SENCos /Inclusion Managers, Teaching Assistants.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?The training will cover the particular issues that need to be considered when asking pupils on the autism spectrum their views. It includes developing effective questioning skills, guidance on how to use the materials and how to personalise them for particular pupils. A pack of resources will be available as part of this training.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Peer Awareness – Supporting Pupils to Understand Autism

• Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• How to effectively support children and

young people on the autism spectrum to convey their views and perspective about all aspects of school and learning

Pupil Voice for Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary school staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Some children need support in developing their social skills in order to strengthen their social interaction and communication with their peers. This course will help school staff learn how to provide this support.

Social skills training will empower school staff to feel confident in providing a safe environment in which to practice these skills before generalising them in the wider school community.


• Understanding Autism Spectrum

DURATION2 x 2.5 hour sessions

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Confidence to identify and assess

children/young people who would benefit from developing their social skills

• Information and skills required to plan and deliver a group

• A better understanding of how to teach social skills

• Awareness in the importance of the generalisation of skills

Running Social Skills GroupsCOST: 2 UNITS PER DELEGATE

* Contact CLASS for further information about purchasing resource packs

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATE*



WHO IS THIS FOR?Secondary school support staff, Teachers and Inclusion Leaders

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?To gain further understanding of the challenges faced by young people on the autism spectrum concerning the emotional, social and physical aspects of growing up and starting adult relationships.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Understanding Autism and Behaviour

• Peer Awareness- Supporting Pupils to Understand Autism

DURATION2.5 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An insight into the reasons why this subject may require adaptation for young people on the autism spectrum

• Ideas on how to deliver and differentiate this information

• Increased confidence in addressing SRE with your pupil/pupils

• A better understanding of the importance of giving children and young people on the autism spectrum accurate information from an early age

• An opportunity for open discussion in a safe and supported environment

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATESelf-awareness: Sex and Relationships Education for Young People on the Autism Spectrum

WHO IS THIS FOR?All Primary and Secondary school staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you have children or young people in your classroom who have difficulty following social patterns of behaviour? Maybe they find it difficult to join in play with their peers or understand the lunchtime routine.

Training in the use of social narratives will empower staff to support pupils in understanding conversation and social situations.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Understanding Autism and Behaviour

• Peer Awareness- Supporting Pupils to Understand Autism

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Confidence to identify the purpose of the

social narrative and how to use in context

• Understanding of the structure of a social narrative

• How to introduce and fade out a social narrative

• An opportunity to practice writing a social narrative

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATESocial Narratives - Based on Carol Gray’s Social Stories ™



WHO IS THIS FOR?All school staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will help school staff gain an understanding of how to support pupils on the autism spectrum at times of transition.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Peer Awareness- Supporting Pupils to Understand Autism

• Understanding Autism Spectrum

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of different types of transitions

• Better understanding of how to confidently support transitions

• An opportunity to discuss and develop strategies to support young people in a variety of settings and situations

• Links and practical resources to take back to school/setting

COST: 3 UNITS PER DELEGATETransition for Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum

WHO IS THIS FOR?All Primary and Secondary school staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will look at understanding how autism relates to behaviour, analyse challenging behaviours and discuss ways to support children to manage their behaviour.


• Makaton Taster Session


DURATION2 x 2.5 hour sessions

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Specific techniques to analyse and

monitor behaviour

• Strategies for communication and social interaction

• Strategies for attention & listening in the classroom

COST: 2 UNITS PER DELEGATEUnderstanding Autism and Behaviour


“Fantastically delivered, very easy to follow. I have picked up lots.” School (Teacher)


WHO IS THIS FOR?All Primary school staff

(Some Secondary and Post 16 staff may also benefit from accessing CIP training)

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Communicate in Print is a desktop publishing programme for creating symbol supported resources. It allows you to make signs, labels and posters, books and leaflets, flashcards, work sheets and timetables along with many other resources. It is an excellent tool for anyone wanting to make accessible materials for their school.

Training consists of a mixture of demonstration and hands-on practical tasks.

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• The knowledge of how symbols may be used to support children

• How to access some ready-made symbol supported materials

• Training on how to use the basic features of Communicate in Print

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATESupporting Inclusion with Communicate in Print (CIP)

Pre-requisites: Access to CIP on a stand-alone laptop (fully charged!)

WHO IS THIS FOR?Headteachers, SLT, SENCos, Teaching Assistants, INAs

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?‘The future for girls and women within the autism spectrum is unlimited and boundless. As parents and professionals we cannot let our own fears and lack of knowledge inhibit their growth and independence’.

The presentation of autism in girls is now widely perceived to be more subtle in many cases than in boys, resulting in the missed and misdiagnosis of girls. Many young girls on the spectrum are not receiving the help and support needed to face the challenges of daily life; this can have a serious impact on their educational progress and emotional wellbeing.

This course will cover an outline of ‘What is autism’ but it is understood that delegates will have a basic understanding and/or training in autism awareness.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Self-Awareness: Sex and Relationships Education for Young People on the

Autism Spectrum

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A valuable overview of autism spectrum disorders

• Learn about current thinking and developments relating to girls with autism

• Through personal stories and case studies you will gain knowledge of how some girls on the spectrum present in different ways from their male peers

• Develop an understanding of the implications for friendships, school life and long term outcomes

• An overview of strategies to support girls within school

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEWomen and Girls on the Autism Spectrum




(Some Secondary staff may also benefit from accessing Clicker 7 training)

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Clicker 7 is a talking word processor with built in intelligent word predictor, painting programme and hundreds of ready-made grids and activities to support pupils in the writing process. Intuitive activity wizards make it easier than ever for teachers to create and edit Clicker activities.

Training consists of a mixture of demonstration and hands-on practical tasks.

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• How to use Clicker 7 as an effective word

processor

• Understanding how to find and adapt ready-made Clicker sets and materials

• How to make your own Clicker sets

Supporting Writing with Clicker 7

Pre-requisites: Access to Clicker 7 working on a stand-alone laptop (fully charged!)

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATE

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary SENCos, Teachers and Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Training in the use of Language Link will enable you to carry out appropriate interventions to support children with an identified receptive language difficulty.

Senior management will be able to track progress and collect data about specific groups of children with an identified need.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Using Speech Link in Your School


DURATION2 x 3 hours, approximately 3 weeks apart

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Hands on opportunity to learn and

practice using the Language Link programme in a supportive environment

• Opportunity to problem solve and share experiences with staff from other schools

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEUsing Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Introductory package

Pre-requisites: Delegates should ensure they have accessed the online training available on the school’s Speech Link website prior to attending



Senior management will be able to track progress and collect data related to specific groups of children with an identified need.



DURATION16 hours in total

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Hands on opportunity for two delegates to

learn and practice using the Language Link programme in a supportive environment

• The opportunity to problem solve and share experiences with staff from other schools (6 hours)

• Opportunity to have intervention groups modelled by a member of the CLASS team followed by observation and supported reflective practice (6 hours)

In addition to the Standard Package:

• Support to run 2 workshops for parents of children with an identified need (4 hours)

COST: 7 UNITSUsing Infant and Junior Language Link in Your SchoolExtended Package

Pre-requisites: Delegates should ensure they have accessed the online training available on the school’s Speech Link website prior to attending.






DURATION12 hours in total

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Hands on opportunity for two delegates to

learn and practice using the Language Link programme in a supportive environment

• The opportunity to problem solve and share experiences with staff from other schools (6 hours)

In addition to the Introductory Package:

• Opportunity to have intervention groups modelled by a member of the CLASS team followed by observation and supported reflective practice (6 hours)

COST: 5 UNITS Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Standard Package




“We so enjoyed it, great training and we know it will be invaluable.” School (Teacher)







DURATIONAccording to need

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Hands on opportunity to learn and

practice using the Language Link programme in a supportive environment

• Opportunity to have intervention groups modelled by a member of the CLASS team followed by observation and supported reflective practice

• Support to run workshops for parents of children with an identified need

COST: TO BE AGREED WHEN PLANNING

Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School Bespoke Package


WHO IS THIS FOR?All school staff in any setting and other interested professionals

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Makaton is regularly used in mainstream schools to support all children to develop communication, language and literacy skills. It also supports integration, as children with and without language difficulties can communicate with each other, learn and play together more easily. The course is delivered by a regional Makaton tutor.


DURATION4 x 3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A detailed introduction to Makaton, looking at both the practical and theoretical aspects of the purpose and use of the Makaton Language Programme

• Signs and symbols for stages 1-4 and Additional of the Makaton Core Vocabulary

• Pocket books for both signs and symbols learned

• Certificate of Attendance

COST: 2 UNITS PER DELEGATEMakaton Foundation Workshop for Professionals

WHO IS THIS FOR?Professionals/Parents/Carers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?These short sessions are designed for people who are interested in finding out about Makaton and deciding whether or not to attend Makaton training.



DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A general introduction to what Makaton is and who uses it

• 30 core signs and symbols

Makaton Taster Session

“I’m new to my role and it has given me a lot of ideas for resources.” School (Teacher)


COST: FREE


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?You will gain an overview of the critical role of narrative in developing language, literacy and learning.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Consultation and advice regarding good practice for pupils

experiencing difficulties

• Narrative training is also delivered in various locations across East Sussex

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of narrative skills and the importance of developing them

• The importance of the role of spoken language in narrative

• To use the speaking and listening through narrative approach as a framework for teaching narrative skills

• Provide practical strategies for use in the classroom

COST: 2 UNITS Narrative Skills



WHO IS THIS FOR?Teaching Assistants and Teachers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?The course develops the knowledge, skills and experience of participants to support pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how these needs impact on pupils’ lives. They will learn how to identify and support pupils with SLCN. Through their strategic role, teachers will lead the development of SLCN provision.

PRE-REQUISITESTeaching Assistants and teachers must be working with a pupil identified with Language & Communication Difficulties.

School should provide a mentor to ensure the delegate is given time for school-based activities.

Both the delegate and mentor should attend an Introductory Twilight Meeting.

The course consists of:-

• ½ day introduction, University requirements

• 5 taught days

• An observation of participants working with a pupil

• Tutorial support

Participants are expected to complete:

• A written assignment on the nature and complexity of language and communication development, including the impact on social inclusion, access to the curriculum and associated support strategies

• A case study of supporting a pupil with language and communication needs

• Teachers are required to undertake a whole school audit of SLCN provision in their school

• Teachers should have a strategic role within school for the development of SLCN provision

DURATIONAcross one academic year

WHAT WILL YOU LEARNOn successful completion of the course participants will become a Teaching Assistant/Teacher with a specialism in Speech, Language and Communication Needs (level 4/6). They will receive a certificate and gain 30 credits from the University of Brighton which can be used towards other courses, including a Masters for teachers.

COST: 15 UNITS PER TA DELEGATE AND

20 UNITS PER TEACHER DELEGATE

The CLASS Speech, Language and Communication Needs Course Accredited by the University of Brighton (Levels 4 and 6)

“Mel described this course as the best she’s ever done! She would recommend it to anyone!” School (Teacher)

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary Teachers and Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Training in the use of Speech Link will enable you to carry out appropriate interventions to support children with an identified speech sound difficulty.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Using Infant and Junior Language Link in Your School

• Support for Individual Speech and Language Therapy targets

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of how to work through the Speech Link programmes and provide support in the classroom

• An understanding of speech sound difficulties and the possible impact on the development of literacy skills

• An understanding of when to seek further advice from the Speech and Language Therapy Service

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEUsing Speech Link in Your School




WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Pupils who have communication difficulties may also be at risk of literacy

and behavioural difficulties.

An awareness of Speech, Language and Communication Needs is essential in today’s classroom and will enable you to develop a whole school approach to identification and meeting the needs of these pupils.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Speech Link or Language Link training

• Narrative Skills

DURATION3 hours or 2 sessions, ideal for twilights

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of Speech, Language and Communication Needs

• A knowledge of relevant terminology

• An awareness of the difficulties experienced by some pupils

• Increased skills in the identification of difficulties

• Knowledge of good practice strategies

COST: 3 UNITS Understanding Speech, Language and Communication Needs



WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary and Secondary school support staff, SENCos and Inclusion Managers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Bullseye is a precision teaching package designed to support pupils in Key Stages 1, 2 and 3 who are failing to read. The aim is to help pupils recognise high frequency words with confidence and read them in and out of context.

Bullseye 1, 2 and 3 cover all levels of the National Literacy Strategy high frequency words and Bullseye 4 covers the Letters and Sounds Tricky Word list. The programme is made up of motivational word sheets, games, tracking checklists and support materials that can be used in the classroom.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Effective 1:1 Reading Sessions

• Personalised Learning for Reading (PLR)

• The Banded Book Loan Service

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A fun and motivating way of teaching high frequency words with a proven success rate

• A robust assessment and evaluation tool to show impact of the intervention

COST: 3 UNITSBullseye!

Pre-requisites: Purchase of the relevant Bullseye programme (1, 2, 3 or 4)

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary SENCOs/Inclusion Managers, KS2 Class Teachers and Senior Managers

Support staff may accompany a qualified teacher.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?The Dyslexia Screening Test is used throughout East Sussex schools to help identify pupils who may experience marked and persistent difficulty in learning to read, write and spell, despite progress in other areas. The screening test provides a profile of strengths and weaknesses, from which support can be planned.

Attendance at this course will support Primary School staff in administering, scoring and interpreting the results of the DST-J.

ALSO CONSIDER...• The CLASS Dyslexia Course Accredited by the University of Brighton

• Understanding Dyslexia


DURATION1 day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Support to administer, score and interpret

the results of the DST-J

• Find out about updated advice and protocols for the use of the DST-J alongside other screening tests

• Increased parental confidence that your school is able to contribute effectively to early identification of children at risk of dyslexia

COST: 2 UNITS How to Administer, Score and Interpret the Dyslexia Screening Test (DST-J)


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WHO IS THIS FOR?Early Years and Key Stage 1 staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?‘The earlier dyslexic difficulties are identified the better the chances of putting children on the road to success’. (The Rose Review, 2009 p.42)

Historically, teachers have been reluctant to identify dyslexic difficulties until a child has reached the age of 7 or 8. Unfortunately, by this time children have fallen well behind their peers and can feel frustrated by their difficulties. In reality, there are much earlier warning signs if only staff knew what they were looking for.

The Early Identification of Dyslexia training helps Early Years and KS1 staff understand more about dyslexia in the early childhood, identify those children who may be at risk and how to support their learning.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Phonological Awareness Training

• The CLASS Dyslexia Course Accredited by the University of Brighton

• SENCo consultation around particular pupils

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A greater awareness of how to identify the risk of dyslexia in very young children

• The confidence to provide appropriate early intervention to improve outcomes for children struggling to learn to read and write

• Improved outcomes for children vulnerable to underachievement

COST: 3 UNITSEarly Identification of Dyslexia

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you have new members of staff who will be listening to children read on a regular basis? Do your existing staff know how to enhance 1:1 reading sessions and develop effective reading strategies? Do they know how to motivate the reluctant reader? This course will examine the elements required for high quality, effective reading sessions.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Personalised Learning for Reading (PLR)

• Banded Book Loan Service

DURATION2 x 3 hours sessions

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Pupils will become more confident readers

• Teaching Assistants will gain confidence and will be able to promote good reading practice

• Teaching Assistants will learn a range of strategies and skills to support struggling readers

COST: 4 UNITS Effective 1:1 Reading Sessions

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers (SENCo or Literacy Co-ordinator) & Teaching Assistants working with pupils in Year 1 and above

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?PLR is a personalised, wave 3 intervention. It is a systematic, progressive, small-steps, multisensory approach to teaching reading, based on thorough assessment for learning.

PLR has a proven track record in terms of impact and is included in the government publication ‘What works for pupils with literacy difficulties?’

The PLR approach suits most struggling readers, helping them engage with the reading process and begin to make significant progress. PLR also impacts on confidence, self-esteem, and writing skills. PLR provides a means of tracking small-steps progress.

PRE-REQUISITES• Schools will need to send a Teacher and a Teaching Assistant who will

train together. Delegates should attend both days

• Teaching Assistants should have prior experience of supporting pupils with reading

• School reading books should be book banded

ALSO CONSIDER...• Sending extra Teaching Assistants at an additional cost of 1 Unit per delegate

• Enhancing Learning with Multisensory Techniques

• School based training is available upon request

DURATION2 days, approximately a month apart

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A Teacher and Teaching Assistant trained to assess, plan and deliver the PLR intervention programme

• A PLR file containing assessment for learning resources and further resources to use in teaching sessions

Personalised Learning For Reading (PLR) COST: 5 UNITS


“I have a whole list of ideas and resources to implement now! Thank you.” School (Teacher)

“The best course I have been on in years. I am buzzing with ideas and have learnt so much.” School (Support Staff)




WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?The ability to use phonics for reading and spelling is vital for successful acquisition of literacy skills. This phonics training will help staff understand the basic principles of phonics teaching, how to assess phonic knowledge and how to support those pupils who are struggling.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Personalised Learning for Reading (PLR)

• Phonological Awareness Training

• The Banded Book Loan Service

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A greater awareness of the principles of phonics teaching

• An understanding of how to assess phonic knowledge

• An awareness of how to support pupils who are struggling to use phonics in their reading and writing

COST: 3 UNITS Phonics Training

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?An informal training session that demonstrates the benefits of developing appropriate differentiated resources in an easy-to-transport kit, enabling Teaching Assistants to support vulnerable learners.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Enhancing Learning with Multisensory Techniques

• Effective 1:1 Reading Sessions

• Supporting Children with Maths Difficulties

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Teaching Assistants will have an understanding of appropriate differentiated resources and how to personalise them for individual children

• A range of resources will be made available for school staff to download

• An opportunity for Teaching Assistants to begin to develop their own toolkit supported by a CLASS Practitioner

COST: 2 UNITSPersonalised Toolkits for Maths or Literacy


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Poor phonological awareness is one of the key difficulties experienced by children and young people with dyslexia and/or SLCN which impacts on the acquisition of literacy skills. This training takes you through the stages of phonological awareness and outlines games and activities to help children develop these skills.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Phonics Training


• SENCo consultation

• Observation/assessment of individual pupils

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of what phonological awareness is and how it impacts on literacy skills

• Knowledge of how to assess phonological awareness and identify areas of need for individual pupils

• Greater confidence to support pupils with poor phonological awareness in order to increase their chances of success in literacy acquisition

Phonological Awareness Training

“Really great course leaders – engaging and very knowledgeable – thank you.” School (Support staff)


COST: 3 UNITS

WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary and Secondary Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you have pupils who don’t like writing, who are slow at writing or find the mechanics of handwriting difficult? We provide training in the use of ‘Speed Up!’ - an intervention aimed at developing handwriting speed and fluency.


DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Teaching Assistants will gain an overview of the programme and will learn how to set up and run intervention groups

• Pupils will have increased self-confidence in recording their thoughts and ideas

• Better pupil engagement with learning

COST: 2 UNITS Speed Up!

Pre-requisites: Schools will need to purchase the book, ‘Speed Up: A Kinaesthetic Programme to Develop Fluent handwriting’ by Lois Addy, (ISBN 978-1-85503-386-3), approximately £11.



WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Training in spelling strategies and in the use of the CLASS Spelling Games Pack will enable you to provide systematic practice of spelling in your classrooms. The pack includes motivating games suitable for whole class, group and paired work.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Phonological Awareness Training

• Phonics Training

• Personalised Learning for Reading

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A knowledge of a wide range of spelling strategies to suit different learning styles and needs

• An awareness of how games can support spelling practice and development

• An opportunity to use the games and consider ways of adapting them to meet individual needs

COST: 3 UNITSSpelling Games and Spelling Strategies

Pre-requisites: To have purchased the Spelling Games Pack from CLASS at a cost of £25 or 2 for £40

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers and Teaching Assistants working with pupils in the early stages of writing development

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Many pupils struggle with the development of writing skills and it can be difficult for teachers to decide how best to support, as writing is a very complex process.

This course raises awareness of all aspects of the writing process and how to identify barriers to writing by looking at the underlying skills needed. It provides assessment for writing and good practice strategies/interventions for supporting children.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Understanding Dyslexia

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of the complexity of the writing development process

• An understanding of the barriers to making progress in writing and how to remove them (strategies/interventions)

• Assessment for learning tools to inform teaching

• Improved learning outcomes for pupils

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEStruggling Writers: How to Help

Pre-requisites: We prefer a Teacher and Teaching Assistant to attend together where possible.



WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?An understanding of how children learn maths and why they may have difficulties will empower you to support your vulnerable mathematicians in school.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Observation and assessment of pupils, as a result of identifying those

with maths difficulties through this training

• Drop-in clinics for staff or parents to problem solve and discuss appropriate strategies to support vulnerable mathematicians

• Parent workshops on helping children with maths at home


DURATION5 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of why a pupil might have maths difficulties

• A recognition of the importance of assessment and appropriate tools to use

• A bank of useful ideas and strategies to support pupils with maths difficulties

• An opportunity to share ideas and resources with colleagues

COST: 2 UNITS Supporting Children with Maths Difficulties

WHO IS THIS FOR?Secondary Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Understanding how students learn to spell, identifying suitable strategies, assessment material and resources will enable you to support students to improve their spelling across the secondary curriculum.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Understanding Dyslexia

• Phonics Training

• Drop-in clinics for staff

• Observation and assessment of pupils having identified spelling needs through training

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of how students learn to spell

• A knowledge of spelling strategies

• A knowledge of up to date resources, assessment material and programmes available

• An opportunity to discuss and share ideas with colleagues

COST: 3 UNITS Supporting Spelling at Secondary School


“ Very good training session, very visual, very practical and enabled me to understand the children’s needs more.” School (Teacher)


WHO IS THIS FOR?Teaching Assistants and Teachers

One course – two levels of assessment:

• Supporting Pupils with Dyslexia (Teaching Assistant - Level 4)

• Leading Provision for Pupils with Dyslexia (Teachers - Level 6)

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Participants will learn how to identify and support pupils at risk of dyslexia, look at the emotional effects, assess reading/writing skills, plan direct and indirect intervention and consider dyslexia-friendly environments. The course will support schools to fulfil their roles & responsibilities as set out in the East Sussex Dyslexia Policy and improve outcomes for pupils.

PRE-REQUISITESDelegates must be working with pupils with dyslexic difficulties.The School should provide a mentor to ensure the delegates is given time for school-based activities.

The delegates and their mentor should attend an introductory Twilight Meeting prior to signing up for the course.

The course consists of:-

• ½ day introductory session

• 5 taught days and associated homework tasks

• A block of 1:1 teaching of a selected pupil

• An observation of participants working with their pupil

• A voluntary ½ day assignment support session

Participants are expected to complete:

• A written evaluation of the nature and impact of dyslexia and the development of a dyslexia friendly environment

• A case study of supporting a pupil with dyslexia

DURATIONAcross one academic year

WHAT WILL YOU LEARNOn successful completion of the course participants will become aTeaching Assistant with a Specialism in Dyslexia (Level 4) or a Teacher with a Specialism in Dyslexia (Level 6).

The course is accredited by the University of Brighton and students can gain 30 credits which can be used towards other courses, including a Masters for teachers.

COST: 15 UNITS PER TA DELEGATE AND

20 UNITS PER TEACHER DELEGATE

The CLASS Dyslexia CourseAccredited by the University of Brighton (Levels 4 & 6)


“Excellent course, very worthwhile.” School (Teacher)

WHO IS THIS FOR?All Primary, Secondary and Post 16 teaching and support staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you know what dyslexia is? Can you recognise characteristics and behaviours of a dyslexic learner? Do you know how to support dyslexic learners effectively? This training will raise awareness and promote a whole school ethos for supporting dyslexic learners. Strategies for supporting these learners will benefit the whole school population.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Dyslexia Friendly School Status

• Phonological Awareness Training

• Enhancing Learning with Multisensory Techniques

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of the dyslexic brain

• Skills to support early identification

• Strategies to support dyslexic learners in the classroom

• An understanding of the importance of phonological awareness for dyslexic learners

• Information about how Assistive Technology can help

COST: 3 UNITS Understanding Dyslexia

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers and Teaching Assistants in all settings

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you have pupils who are not reaching their full potential and you are unsure why? Do you suspect memory is an area of weakness for some pupils?

A significant number of pupils have memory difficulties which impact on their learning. There is a close correlation between working memory capacity and academic achievement, so awareness of difficulties and how to support is essential to enable pupils to achieve their potential.

This recently revised training draws upon up-to-date psychological and pedagogical research.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Narrative Skills

• Supporting Children with Maths Difficulties

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An awareness of the different memory systems and the significance of working memory capacity for learning

• An understanding of what memory difficulties might look like in the classroom and the potential impact on learning

• An awareness of assessment and teaching strategies to enhance and support memory in the classroom for all learners

• Improved learning outcomes for children with working memory problems

• Whole school training is also available

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEEnhance and Support Memory in the Classroom

“Very good!! Lots of information and time to play and learn.” School (Support staff)



WHO IS THIS FOR?All staff, particularly support staff and those doing 1:1 interventions

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you want ideas to spice up your individual and small group sessions? Have you run out of ways to help your pupils learn their phonics and high frequency words? This training introduces Teachers and Teaching Assistants to a wide variety of games and activities that can be used to teach in a multisensory way. It is an informal session with plenty of opportunities to try out some of the ideas.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Phonics Training


• SENCo consultation around particular pupils

• The CLASS Dyslexia Course Accredited by the University of Brighton

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A greater understanding of the impact of multisensory teaching

• A way to maximise the opportunities for overlearning

• Lots of ideas of how to make your intervention sessions fun, exciting and motivating

• Practical hands-on making opportunity

COST: 2 UNITSEnhancing Learning with Multisensory Techniques


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?CLASS Pupil Voice resources are widely used by schools. The materials are effective in supporting staff to elicit the views of pupils about school and their learning. The information gained supports personalised planning and target setting. It can contribute to School Based Plans. Information can also feed into whole school development.

The materials have been designed so that they can be used for any pupil, including those who are vulnerable for a variety of reasons. The materials are also suitable for pupils who have language and communication difficulties.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Observation and assessment packages

• Pupil Voice for Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Knowledge and practice in active listening

and the questioning skills needed by adults when eliciting pupil views

• Detailed knowledge of how to use the frameworks ‘Listen to Me’ and ‘Talking With Pictures’ with pupils at all key stages

• Knowledge of whole school issues that need to be taken into account when asking pupils their views

• Information about how schools have used the materials with individuals and groups

COST: 3 UNITSPupil Voice - An Individual to Whole School Approach

Pre-requisites: To have purchased a copy of ‘Pupil Voice: an individual to whole school approach’. This is available from CLASS or www.widgit.com, at a cost of £40.


WHO IS THIS FOR?New and existing Individual Needs Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?The role of an Individual Needs Assistant is very different from a general Teaching Assistant. This training package covers all aspects of work as an INA, from preparing for the role to practical considerations such as use of visuals and behaviour management techniques. It is designed to be both informative and interactive and INAs are provided with their own workbook to keep.


• Effective 1:1 Reading Sessions

• Banded Book Loan Service

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Increased confidence to undertake the

role of an INA

• Ideas of resources and techniques to use in the role

• A personal workbook to keep for reference

COST: 3 UNITWorking as an Individual Needs Assistant (INA)


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Do you have a child who appears uncoordinated, has poor handwriting, is unable to sit still, cannot line up without touching others or has difficulty dealing with all the sensory information the brain receives on a daily basis? Then this course is for you.

The Sensory Circuits and Jump Ahead training is run by Health and Education Professionals. It provides a useful insight into the sensory and motor difficulties children and young people experience and how you can support them.

The day is split in to three sections:

• Background and theory

• Developing and running Sensory Circuits.

• Developing and running Jump Ahead.

The training involves a practical element, so come suitably dressed!

ALSO CONSIDER...• Speed Up! Training

• Consultation Service

DURATION5 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A deeper understanding of developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD) and sensory integration.

• A clearer idea of the difference between Sensory Circuits and Jump Ahead so that staff can choose which programme is most suitable for each pupil.

• The knowledge to assess, plan and implement the Sensory Circuits and Jump Ahead programmes.

• Improved outcomes for children and young people with sensory integration difficulties and DCD.

COST: 2 UNITS PER DELEGATE*Sensory Circuits and Jump Ahead

* Please Note: Schools will require the 3rd Edition Jump Ahead manual and the Sensory Circuits book. Contact CLASS for further information.



Pricing StructureYou can buy units at any time during the year. However, we will help you to think about your needs for the next year and make an action plan based upon these. After you have purchased units, we will keep you informed as to how you are spending them. If you need to buy more you can do so at any time. You will find more details at the following link:

You will find more details on the Services 2 Schools website or by emailing [email protected]

1 Unit £70

Additional Resources for PurchasePlease contact CLASS directly if you wish to purchase any of the following resources:

Spelling Games £25

A readymade pack of generic games suitable for teaching and practising spelling at Primary level.

Bullseye £55

A precision teaching package designed to help children learn to read and spell the first 45 NLS Reception words.

Bullseye 2 £75

A precision teaching package designed to help children learn to read and spell the NLS Reception and year 1 & 2 words.

Bullseye 3 £35

A precision teaching package designed to help children learn to read and spell the NLS year 4/5 words.

Bullseye 4 £50

A precision teaching package designed to help children learn to read and spell the High Frequency Word lists from Letters and Sounds with additional components.

Barrier Busters Reduced to £5

A booklet providing strategies for all ages, to support students to develop comprehension, research skills, communicating information and constructing text.


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EALS ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE SERVICEEALS is a team of Teachers and Bilingual Support Officers who hold specialist qualifications and have extensive experience in the EAL field.

We work with Primary, Secondary and Special schools and other services requiring support for families and children for whom English is not a home language.

We offer support at an individual level or a whole school level. Our extensive service portfolioranges from consultation, assessment and teaching to training, translation, interpreting and bi-lingual advocacy.

One of our key strengths is to offer bespoke training and services. If you do not find what you arelooking for in this brochure, get in touch and we will endeavour to accommodate your needs.



English as an Additional Language ServiceEALS The English as an Additional Language Service is offering a range of training sessions held at a central venue. We can also design bespoke courses for your school or setting. As a School or Academy that buy into our Service (including maintained schools with ‘green’ units), you can use your units to access training. Alternatively, you can ‘pay as you go’ for individual courses. EALS is able to offer a wide range of training. The following is a selection of training we currently offer:

Accelerating Progress in Maths for EAL Learners in Secondary Schools

Accelerating Progress in Science for EAL Learners in Secondary schools

Meeting the Needs of EAL Learners with SEN

Effective differentiation for EAL pupils

Supporting Newly Arrived EAL Pupils

Working with EAL Learners – Introductory Training for Teaching Assistants

Short-bite training sessions for subject departments in secondary schools: Maths, Science, History, Geography, English: Poetry

Beyond the Plateau

Developing Language through Visuals

We are also able to devise bespoke training in consultation with your school. Please contact us for more details.


WHO IS THIS FOR?Secondary Maths Teachers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will enable Secondary Maths Teachers to develop an increased awareness of the language content and demands of the maths curriculum within the EAL context.

MIN / MAX NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS8-20

ALSO CONSIDER...• Short-bite training sessions for subject departments in secondary

schools: Maths, Science, History, Geography, English: Poetry


DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Ability to analyse mathematical language

• An understanding of the challenges faced by EAL pupils in the maths classroom

• Teaching strategies that address the language demands of the maths curriculum alongside the content

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEAccelerating Progress in Maths for EAL Learners in Secondary Schools

“Examples of how the teacher can make the curriculum more accessible for learners [were particularly useful].” School


WHO IS THIS FOR?Secondary Science Teachers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will enable Secondary Science Teachers to develop an increased awareness of the language content and demands of the science curriculum within the EAL context.


ALSO CONSIDER...• Short-bite training sessions for subject departments in secondary

schools: Maths, Science, History, Geography, English: Poetry


DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Ability to analyse the language of science

• An understanding of the challenges faced

by EAL pupils in the science classroom

• Teaching strategies that address the language demands of the science curriculum alongside the content

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEAccelerating Progress in Science for EAL Learners in Secondary schools

“Very approachable staff and clear information, expert knowledge of what is needed and clear steps for progress.” School (SENCo)


COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEMeeting the Needs of EAL Learners with SEN


WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers, SENCos, Inclusion Managers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will enable participants to distinguish between the needs of EAL pupils and those with SEN, (including dyslexia) and to understand how pupils can have SEN alongside EAL


ALSO CONSIDER...• School based training is available upon request

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of the needs of EAL pupils and how these differ from SEN

• Strategies for meeting the needs of EAL pupils who also have special educational needs

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers interested in developing and improving teaching of EAL pupils in their Primary or Secondary classroom

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will enable the participants to consider the diversity of EAL pupils and the range of their strengths and needs. It will equip teachers with a range of strategies to use when teaching EAL pupils.


ALSO CONSIDER...• Meeting the Needs of EAL Learners with SEN

• Supporting Newly Arrived EAL Pupils

• Accelerating Progress in Maths for EAL Learners in Secondary Schools

• Accelerating Progress in Science for EAL Learners in Secondary Schools

• Short-bite training sessions for subject departments in Secondary Schools: Maths, Science, History, Geography, English: Poetry


DURATION½ Day or 1 Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of some theory behind

the acquisition of a second or additional language

• Knowledge of EAL-friendly teaching strategies

• Awareness of where to access high-quality teaching resources for EAL

COST: 1-2 UNITS PER DELEGATEEffective Differentiation for EAL Pupils


Pre-requisites: Some experience of teaching EAL pupils

“The example of resources we could use and a chance to adapt them and create our own [were particularly useful].” School



WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers, SENCos, Inclusion Managers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will enable schools to meet the needs of pupils newly arrived in the UK or in the school, who may have low levels of English. It includes strategies for settling pupils into the life of the school, and for helping pupils with little English to access the curriculum.


ALSO CONSIDER...• Meeting the Needs of EAL Learners with SEN

• Effective Differentiation for EAL Pupils


DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A deeper understanding of the needs of newly arrived EAL learners in your school

• Practical strategies for supporting EAL learners

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATESupporting Newly Arrived EAL Pupils

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teaching Assistants - Primary or Secondary

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will explore the strengths and needs of EAL pupils, and look at practical strategies for supporting in and out of the classroom, as well as giving participants an experience of language learning.


ALSO CONSIDER...• School based training is available upon request

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of the needs of EAL pupils

• Confidence in supporting EAL pupils in and out of the classroom

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEWorking with EAL Learners – Introductory Training for Teaching Assistants

“Shared resources are always amazing. I’ll be going back to school with a bagful of ideas.” School


WHO IS THIS FOR?Secondary subject Teachers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This short-bite session is delivered in schools and can be run as part of a departmental meeting / twilight. It focusses on the language demands of your subject, the challenges for EAL pupils, and top tips for strategies to use with EAL learners in your subject area.


ALSO CONSIDER...• Bespoke extended training sessions for subject departments: Maths,

Science, History, Geography, English: Poetry – available on request

• Meeting the Needs of EAL Learners with SEN

• Supporting Newly Arrived EAL Pupils

• Accelerating Progress in Maths for EAL Learners in Secondary Schools

• Accelerating Progress in Science for EAL Learners in Secondary Schools

DURATION15-20 minutes per subject.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of the language

demands of your subject area

• An understanding of the particular challenges for EAL pupils in your subject area

• Ideas for supporting EAL learners in your subject area

COST: 1 UNIT PER SUBJECTShort-bite training sessions for subject departments in secondary schools: Maths, Science, History, Geography, English: Poetry



WHO IS THIS FOR?Primary classroom Teachers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Many EAL children who make rapid progress at first then seem to get stuck at a certain level, and a gap remains between their oral and written skills. This course is designed to provide teachers with ideas and strategies for moving pupils forwards with more formal and abstract academic language.


ALSO CONSIDER...• Supporting Newly Arrived EAL Pupils

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• The ability to develop ideas for extending language across the curriculum

• Raise your awareness of the barriers to learning for EAL advanced learners

• Provide innovative strategies that can be incorporated easily into whole class planning

• How to close the gap between EAL children’s oral skills and literacy skills

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEBeyond the Plateau

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Visuals and real objects are a great route to understanding for EAL pupils. They can be used in many ways to develop spoken language, expand vocabulary and provide oral rehearsal for writing. This course gives you a chance to explore a range of fun and interesting strategies effective for all pupils, not just EAL.


ALSO CONSIDER...• Working with EAL Learners - Introductory Training for Teaching Assistants

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Understand how visuals can support

language and curriculum learning

• How to use scaffolding language and recasting with EAL pupils

• How to use flashcards effectively with EAL pupils

• How you can make the most of images in books, school resources, around the school and on the internet

COST: 1 UNIT PER DELEGATEDeveloping Language through Visuals

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EPS Educational Psychology ServiceThe Educational Psychology Service (EPS) is a team of professionally trained psychologists, withexperience of working with children, young people and families in a variety of settings.

Our service uses psychology to promote the wellbeing and success of children and young people byempowering other professionals, parents and carers and through direct interventions with childrenand young people.

We can support your school to enhance the progress and achievement of vulnerable groups ofchildren and young people through collaborative contribution to planning and policy in areasassociated with emotional health and wellbeing, inclusion, special educational needs and disability, positive behaviour, nurturing schools, child mental health and children in public care.

We have three area based teams across East Sussex which comprises of Educational Psychologists and Assistant Educational Psychologists. Each team is supervised by senior Practitioners and we work to professional standards as identified through the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society. We work across ISEND in the assessment and planning and early intervention functions.


EPS Educational Psychology Service

The Educational Psychology Service is able to offer a wide range of training which we can adapt to the needs of the school or setting. In addition, we will be able to devise bespoke training packages in consultation with you. The cost of training will depend on the package identified and the time taken to deliver and devise or adapt training to your school’s needs.

Your link EP will be able to discuss the potential training needs you may have and how to book training.

Examples of training topics include:

Loss and Bereavement

Child Development

Developing Underlying Cognitive Skills Through Play

Person Centred Planning and Problem Solving

School Based Plans – Using assessment and setting outcomes for pupils with SEN

The Effects of Trauma and Neglect on Brain Development

Feeling Ready to Learn: How to develop more resilient learners

Mental Health in Secondary Schools

Developing learning and thinking strategies for pupils with SEN (Upper, Primary, Secondary)

Understanding and Managing Anxiety

Managing Challenging Behaviour and Staff Wellbeing

Supporting Pupils with Attachment Difficulties

Building Resilience in Schools

Developing Mindfulness Practice in Schools

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Approaches

Positive Playtimes

Supporting Looked-After and Adopted Children

Meeting Individual Needs in The Early Years

Developing Pupil’s Thinking Skills

Speech, Language and Communication

Working Memory

Precision Teaching


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Education Support, Behaviour and Attendance ServiceThe ESBAS offers an extensive programme of courses designed to develop and improve the skills of you and your staff.

Across all of our courses, our goal is to deliver high calibre, informative and engaging content that will help you and your staff with personal and professional development.

With specialist courses presented by those who lead in their field there’s no better way to maintain your Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CPD helps members aspire to the highest standards of professional practice. It can help you:

• Keep your skills up to date

• Boost your confidence

• Prepare for greater responsibilities

• Strengthen your professional credibility

• Become more creative in tackling new challenges

Whatever challenges you or your school may face, we can work with you to support your specific needs. We do this by offering bespoke training tailored in a way that suits you. All ESBAS courses in this brochure can be tailored to better support your school. Please contact the service to discuss your requirements.

Our aim is to offer a range of training opportunities that covers the key themes and issues that are shared by colleagues in schools. The four key themes include:

• Supporting attendance

• Managing difficult behaviour

• Safety and security for learning

• Social and emotional aspects of learning

Training Standards

What you can expect from us:

• Early notification of any training events

• A quick response to your course application to inform you whether or not a place has been allocated

• A reminder letter and course joining instructions, delivered before the start of your course

• A clean and comfortable training environment

• Experienced and knowledgeable trainers

• Course content and delivery that meets the stated course objectives

• A course that commences and ends on time

• Opportunities to provide feedback following your course

• A certificate of attendance given to you on the day of your course

What we expect from you:

• Early notification if you have to cancel your place on a course

• That you arrive on time for the start of your course

• That you attend for the whole duration of your course

• That you participate fully in the course activities

• That you provide requested feedback regarding the quality of your course

• That you use any knowledge or skills gained to improve your practice



AttendanceESBASAttendance courses are for school leaders, teachers and other key roles. They focus on enhancing skills around managing attendance at school.

Bespoke Attendance Consultation

Attendance Officer/Lead Training

Attendance Interventions & Evidence Gathering

Attendance Audit

Persistent Absence and Action Planning for Individual pupils


WHO IS THIS FOR?SMT responsible for attendance, Attendance Officers, Pastoral Managers, Heads of Year

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will enable school staff to have a personalised discussion according to identified needs. It may consist of recording, analysing data and strategies to manage day-to-day attendance with guidance on signposting to other services.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Attendance Interventions and Evidence Gathering

DURATION½ Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Design and use reports within Sims.net

for vulnerable students or groups

• Analysis of data to target highlighted students with poor attendance and recognise patterns of absence

• Keep clear records when schools have challenged parents around improving attendance to ensure suitable referrals to ESBAS

• Tailor made programme to identify individual school needs

COST: 3 UNITSBespoke Attendance Consultation

WHO IS THIS FOR?Attendance Officers, Attendance Leads and SLT responsible for

attendance.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?To enhance knowledge of attendance legislation, data analysis, and tracking & monitoring of whole school attendance.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Attendance Audit

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Confident approach in managing whole

school attendance

• Improved understanding of the legislation related to school attendance

COST: 2 BLUE/GREEN UNITS FOR 2 PARTICIPANTS

Attendance Officer/Lead Training


“The early intervention attendance support is working really well and making a positive change for our students.” School (Attendance Officer)



WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will enable staff to review and implement clear attendance strategies within school. It will also explain the process for the gathering of evidence for referrals to ESBAS and the process of further legal interventions.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Bespoke Attendance Consultation

DURATION1 Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• How to request medical evidence from

parents

• How to hold attendance meetings and set targets

• How to track and highlight poor attendance

• Maintaining clear and accurate records on all student attendance

• Setting up attendance monitoring groups for vulnerable students

COST: 4 UNITSAttendance Interventions & Evidence Gathering

WHO IS THIS FOR?All staff responsible for keeping pupil registers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?All schools are required to keep an accurate admissions register, which records the personal details of every pupil at the school, and an attendance register which records every pupil’s attendance. The audit includes a thorough inspection of the attendance register and highlights any areas of improvement for monitoring attendance.

DURATION½ Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• More awareness of the legislation around

keeping pupil registers

• Know how to correctly code pupils

• Know how to confidently challenge parents regarding attendance concerns

• Know how to raise the profile of the importance of regular attendance

COST: 3 BLUE/GREEN UNITSAttendance Audit

“The ESBAS team came prepared with knowledge of what could motivate [the student to attend school].” School (Teacher)


Pre-requisites: Member of SLT responsible for attendance to be available with Attendance Officer for the school


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?To raise staff awareness of Persistent Absence thresholds, including recent legislative changes. Advice on strategies to reduce Persistent Absence including training on action planning with individual pupils.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Bespoke Attendance Consultation

DURATION½ Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Enable staff to feel confident when talking

to parents and pupils around the issue of Persistent Absence

• Staff will be empowered to challenge parents and make individual pupil plans to improve attendance

COST: 3 UNITSPersistent Absence and Action Planning for Individual pupils



BehaviourESBASBehaviour courses are for school leaders, teachers and other key roles. We also offer a range of training for pupils with behavioural issues and their parents. They focus on enhancing skills around managing behaviour at school.

FOR SCHOOL STAFF

Behaviour Risk Assessment

Understanding Challenging Behaviour

Introduction to Nurture Groups (Primary)

Introduction to Nurture Groups (Secondary)

Introduction to the Boxall Profile

Attachment in the Classroom

Meeting the Challenges of SEMH in Secondary Schools

Developing Social Language Activities & Groups

Exclusion Training Workshop

Introduction to Positive Approaches to Challenging Behaviour De-escalation, Defusion Course (set dates only, contact for details)

Brain-friendly Approaches to Behaviour Management

Compliance vs Engagement

Emotional Literacy using Balloons

Getting to grips with your class – The NQT Guide

Introduction to a Mindfulness Based Approach for Working with Children and Young People

Introduction to Thrive

Developing Positive Playtimes

Reactive Behaviour Management

The Additional Needs Plan & the Matrix

The Physical Environment: Planning for Good Behaviour

The Power of Language

The Restorative Approach

Writing Additional Needs Plans for SEMH

FOR PUPILS/PARENTS

Anti-Bullying Strategies Toolkit Training

Buddy Training

Peer Support Training

Friendship Group Work

Assemblies and Workshops

Anti-Bullying Workshop

Ready to Learn Group

Parenting Support

This is not an exhaustive list. Bespoke packages can be arranged. Please contact your Local Area Team Leader or Advisor to discuss your requirements.


“I have spoken to mum and she was singing your praises, telling me you have been a godsend!” School (Evaluation form)

WHO IS THIS FOR?SENCos, SLT, Key support staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?To understand how to identify and assess risky behaviour and agree strategies to manage and monitor it.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A framework to help staff, parents and other agencies manage challenging behaviour, identify triggers and agree range of primary, secondary and reactive strategies

• A means of gathering robust evidence (to inform an Additional Needs Plan for example)

COST: 1 UNITBehaviour Risk Assessment (or How to assess and manage risky behaviours)


WHO IS THIS FOR?All school staff – can be targeted towards SLT, Teachers, or Teaching Assistants as required.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide staff with a clearer understanding of challenging behaviour within their setting.

The content can be adapted to include school specific case studies or strategies as needed.

The course includes a number of interactive tasks and is designed to give participants strategies they can go away and use immediately.

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Identify the key causes of challenging

behaviour

• Brief introduction to Attachment Difficulties and Anxiety

• Consider the true impact of these causes on the child.

• Develop de-escalation strategies for managing challenging behaviour

• Plan prevention strategies to avoid incidents of challenging behaviour

• Enable and empower the child to learn to self-regulate in a safer way

COST: 2 UNITSUnderstanding Challenging Behaviour

Pre-requisites: A meeting or discussion with SENCo/Inclusion Manager/Senior Leader to establish the focus of the content for your school setting and situation.

WHO IS THIS FOR?Headteachers, Deputy Heads, Inclusion Managers, SENCos, Behaviour support staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide you with an overview of the theory and practice of Nurture groups to support vulnerable children in primary schools.

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Understand reasons why children may

exhibit behaviours that can be addressed in a Nurture group

• Begin to identify vulnerable children who may benefit from a Nurture group

• Learn the ways in which a Nurture group would be beneficial to a vulnerable child

• Access to resources required to set up a Nurture group

COST: 2 UNITSIntroduction to Nurture Groups (Primary)



WHO IS THIS FOR?Headteachers, Deputy Heads, Inclusion Managers, SENCos, Behaviour support staff, Pastoral Managers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide you with an overview of the theory and practice of Nurture groups to support vulnerable students in secondary schools.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Personalised advice and guidance can be discussed regarding setting up

and running a Nurture Group - POA

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Understand reasons why students may

exhibit behaviours that can be addressed in a Nurture group

• Learn the ways in which a Nurture group would be beneficial to a vulnerable student

• Access to resources required to set up a Nurture group

• Begin to consider operational/timetabling issues concerning Nurture groups in Secondary schools

COST: 2 UNITSIntroduction to Nurture Groups (Secondary)

“She is adaptable and flexible and fully understanding of our needs as a school and my own personal work schedule. She represents the ESBAS team in a professional yet friendly and approachable manner whilst remaining task focused. She is extremely knowledgeable and supports the school 100%.” School (SENCO)


WHO IS THIS FOR?Headteachers, Deputy Heads, Inclusion Managers, SENCos, Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Individual Needs Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide you with fundamental knowledge of attachment and a clear understanding of the behaviours that can be observed in children who are not normally attached.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Introduction to Nurture Groups

DURATION3 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Identify factors leading to disturbed

attachment in children

• Suggest reasons for a child’s behaviour based on a sound understanding of attachment

• Identify strategies to meet a child’s needs according to the attachment behaviour they show

COST: 3 UNITSAttachment in the Classroom


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide you with a working knowledge of the Boxall Profile which is used to identify areas of delayed social and emotional development.

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• How to complete a Boxall Profile on a

vulnerable child

• Begin to give reasons for poor scores in particular areas

• Identify strategies to meet the child’s needs

COST: 2 UNITSIntroduction to the Boxall Profile (including Boxall Online)

“I just wanted to thank you for an inspiring training session. We gained so much and it confirmed our aim to be as inclusive as we can - but we couldn’t do it without your team’s aid and heart” Primary Head


WHO IS THIS FOR?Strategic level: SLT

Practitioner level: Teachers, support staff and Newly Qualified Staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

Strategic Level

• To consider effective strategic management of SEMH

Practitioner Level

• To raise awareness of challenging behaviours

• To increase understanding of differentiating for SEMH complexities

• To consider the importance of positive relationships and attitudes

• To raise awareness of alternative approaches to SEMH work (i.e. scaling, solution-focussed, etc.)

• To provide strategies for minimising confrontation and supporting young people with SEMH issues.

NQT Level

• To reflect on effective behaviour management strategies

• To increase understanding of SEMH/SEN issues

ALSO CONSIDER...• Introduction to Nurture Groups (Secondary)

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Have the opportunity to reflect on

SEMH issues

• Be able to identify approaches to enhance teaching and support for SEMH students

• Increase your confidence in SEMH and avoiding escalation/managing the deescalation of issues

• Have the chance to reflect on effective classroom/strategic (dependent on participant level) management of SEMH/SEN

COST: 2 UNITSMeeting the challenges of SEMH in Secondary Schools


WHO IS THIS FOR?SENCos, Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide you with an overview and understanding of social communication, and give you the tools to support Key Stage 1 and 2 children to develop their understanding and use of social communication through paired or small group working.

DURATION2 hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Identify aspects of social communication skills

• Identify and support children to recognise their social communication skills

• Use a variety of activities to develop social communication of pupils either in paired or small group working

• Recognise why social communication difficulties may affect behaviour

COST: 2 UNITSDeveloping Social Language Activities & Groups

WHO IS THIS FOR?School Governors/Directors and Clerks

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Governors who are called upon to review exclusions at a Governor’s Disciplinary Committee (GDC) should receive this training to equip them to discharge their duties effectively, as they have a responsibility to review the exclusion in accordance with the law. This training is also useful for supporting the Governing Body to know the questions to ask around exclusions data, in their role as critical friend to the school.

DURATION2 Hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of the latest regulations and statutory guidance for exclusions

• What powers a Headteacher has to exclude and what constitutes an unlawful exclusion

• The Governing Body and Local Authority duties around arranging education for excluded pupils

• How/when to inform families at all stages of the process

• An overview of the process of exclusion from Headteacher’s decision to Independent Review Panel (IRP)

• Knowledge of the evidence you would expect to see when considering an exclusion at the GDC

• The role of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and the Equalities Act (2010) in considering evidence

• The importance of following correct procedure in relation to potential appeals and discrimination claims

COST: 3 UNITS in total for the session (Minimum of 6 attendees,

maximum of 25)

Exclusion Training Workshop for Governors/Directors and Clerks



WHO IS THIS FOR?All teaching staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will help delegates make the learning environment a safer place for young people and colleagues.

Participants will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in the prevention of violence and aggression and the management of challenging situations.

Please note – this course runs on set dates at specific locations. Please contact ESBAS for more information and to book your place.

DURATION1 Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Develop your awareness of the needs of

young people and reasons for behaviour both prior to, and during, episodes of crisis

• How to identify and make consistent responses to challenging behaviours which create difficulties for young people and teaching staff

• How to recognise negative cultures that exist within their education settings

• Develop skills and awareness in relation to restoring the classroom, post incident support and recovery

COST: 2 UNITS PER DELEGATEIntroduction to Positive Approaches to Challenging Behaviour De-escalation, Defusion Course (Positive Handling)



WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide you with current perspectives on brain development and their application to classroom behaviour management.

DURATION1 day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARNBy the end of the course delegates should be able to:

• State how the brain develops

• State the impacts of developmental insults and stress on brain function

• Identify the effects of early caregiving on children’s behaviour

• List regulating activities for distressed children

• Identify aspects of classroom organisation that support positive behaviour management

COST: 4 UNITSBrain-friendly Approaches to Behaviour Management


WHO IS THIS FOR?Senior Leaders / Teachers / Teaching Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course is aimed at supporting teaching staff in moving their learners from compliant behaviour towards genuine engagement.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Participants will gain an understanding

of the behaviour characteristics of compliant and engagement behaviours

• Participants will learn practical strategies for moving learners towards engagement

• Resources will be provided to accompany the strategies shared

COST: 1 UNITCompliance vs Engagement

“There has been a big improvement in the last two terms. Thank you.” Parent of child receiving ESBAS support


WHO IS THIS FOR?All Primary School staff

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?The course explores a fun, interactive and effective way to evolve the emotional literacy of your cohort.

The method works with primary school age children of all abilities and regardless of need.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A method of developing children’s

emotional literacy that can be used with a small group, a class or school wide

• A simple concept that can be adapted to suit different environments or students, requiring little planning or organising and takes very little time to embed into the school day

• Children will be enabled to better understand and explain their emotions as well as developing their understanding of how to manage those emotions and how to assist their peers in managing theirs

COST: 1 UNITEmotional Literacy using Balloons


WHO IS THIS FOR?Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs)

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course provides Newly Qualified Teachers with an introduction to behaviour management strategies / practice and the behaviour theory which underpin this. Participants will receive practical ideas and resources to help them get to grips with their class.

DURATION1 ½ hours

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An overview of the research and theory which underpin modern approaches to managing behaviour in schools

• A ‘Top Ten’ introduction to the best strategies and resources to support you in your NQT year

• An opportunity to share concerns / worries with your peers and seek specific advice

COST: 2 UNITSGetting to grips with your class – The NQT Guide

“Advice and support was very helpful and made a direct impact on supporting the pupil in school.” Primary school SENCo.


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?To consider how aspects of mindfulness can be used to support individuals or groups.

DURATION1 hour (can provide follow up 1 hour review visit if wanted)

WHAT WILL YOU LEARNKnowledge and understanding of mindfulness exercises and how they could be used to support a range of children, for example, those who are anxious or stressed.

COST: 1 UNITIntroduction to a Mindfulness Based Approach for Working with Children and Young People


WHO IS THIS FOR?Any staff interested in emotional development and the relationship to behaviour.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?To gain understanding of what Thrive is and to consider how its use in school can assess and support pupils.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Further insight to working with pupils

who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues

COST: 1 UNITIntroduction to Thrive Understanding brain functions and using check list to assess emotional development

“‘[The practitioner’s] knowledge and skills that she is so keen to share have impacted positively on many children in our school.” School evaluation form

“The training delivered to all staff was excellent.” School (Headteacher)



WHO IS THIS FOR?Midday supervisors, Teaching Assistants, Play Leaders

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?For supervisory staff members who want to improve play times, peer relationships and pupil/adult relationships.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Overview of what a ‘positive playtime’

looks like

• Strategies and ideas to achieve positive playtimes

• Includes ideas on games, zones, peer buddies

COST: 1 UNITDeveloping Positive Playtimes

“She’s helped me a lot, she’s made me a lot more confident and given me strategies to help me go out more often. She has never given up and I always felt like I could talk to her about everything.” Pupil evaluation form


WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers, Teaching Assistants and Individual Needs Assistants

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide attendees with a practical guide to implementing and applying reactive behaviour strategies.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Understanding Challenging Behaviour

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An introduction to behaviour

management, identifying the differences between preventative and reactive strategies

• Training on the use and implementation of preventative behaviour strategies

• Supporting resources to accompany strategies

COST: 1 UNITReactive Behaviour Management

WHO IS THIS FOR?SENCos / Senior Leaders

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course is aimed at supporting SENCos through the ‘Additional Needs Plan’ process including evidence gathering, outcome planning and the review process.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An overview of the key components of the ‘Additional Needs Plan’ and how to link objectives and outcomes to the SEN matrix

• An opportunity to analyse exemplar plans provided by ESBAS

COST: 1 UNITThe Additional Needs Plan & the Matrix

Pre-requisites: Experience in a SENCo based-role and understanding / familiarity of the SEN Code of Practice

“[Pupil] is far more in control of his emotions and is much calmer in class. He is more focused in class too.” School evaluation.



WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers / Teaching Assistants / SENCos

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will provide practical ideas, suggestions and strategies for creating an inclusive classroom environment.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An opportunity to reflect on your own

classroom environment and share good practice amongst colleagues

• An understanding of how the classroom environment can underpin preventative behaviour management and create an inclusive ethos

• Resources and practical suggestions on how to make your classroom an inclusive environment

COST: 1 UNITThe Physical Environment Planning for Good Behaviour

WHO IS THIS FOR?Teachers / Teaching Assistants / SENCos

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This training looks at discussing the importance of language in building interpersonal relationships and managing behaviour in the mainstream classroom.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An understanding of the key role that

language plays in managing behaviour in the classroom

• A range of preventative strategies focused around the use of language

• Guidance on strategies to promote the consistent use of language throughout schools

COST: 1 UNITThe Power of Language

“Overall I was thoroughly pleased with the support and guidance that the representative offered. Her approach was of a personable and professional manner. I will not hesitate to use this service in the future.” School (Inclusion Manager)

WHO IS THIS FOR?Senior Leaders

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course is aimed at introducing the concept of ‘restorative justice’ and how to implement it into the school ethos. Senior leaders will gain an understanding of the short and long-term impact associated with this approach and its potential benefits on social, emotional and mental aspects of learning.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice behind a ‘restorative approach’ to managing behaviour

• A summary of the theory behind the restorative approach

• A role-play activity to model the application of the restorative approach

• Suggestions on how to embed approach into school ethos

• Resources to support the implementation of a restorative approach

COST: 1 UNITThe Restorative Approach Creating a culture of responsibility


WHO IS THIS FOR?SENCo / SEN department / SEN Teachers

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?With an increase in the numbers of SEN pupils, ANPs need to become embedded practise when looking to move forward with SEN support and with any pupil that may need an EHCP.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• An insightful knowledge on how to write

Additional Needs Plans

• How to write measurable outcomes

COST: 1 UNITWriting Additional Needs Plans for SEMH

“She has done an excellent job with a difficult case.” School evaluation form



“What was most useful about the support from ESBAS?” “I had someone to talk to about my problems.” Secondary Pupil

WHO IS THIS FOR?Year 10 and 11 pupils

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?To train participants in supporting a young person who is experiencing bullying.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Buddy Training

DURATION½ Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• How to become more assertive

• Participants will receive a toolkit with all the resources at the end of the session

• The toolkit covers: Friendship skills and Responding effectively and appropriately to name calling

COST: 3 UNITSAnti-Bullying Strategies Toolkit Training

WHO IS THIS FOR?Key Stage 3 pupils

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Buddies support the new intake of Year 7 pupils to settle in at your school. This course will train pupils to work as buddies and provide vulnerable children with additional support when starting at a new school.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Peer Support Training

DURATION½ Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• How to anticipate concerns and problems

at the start of the year

• How to identify and manage concerns and problems as the academic year progresses

• Attentive listening skills

• Exploring options

• Confidentiality and how/when to break it safely

COST: 3 UNITSBuddy Training

WHO IS THIS FOR?Year 9, 10 and 11 pupils

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course will equip young people with the skills to support other young people in the school by learning and developing counselling skills.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Buddy Training

DURATION½ Day

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Attentive listening

• Common problems

• Not giving advice but exploring options

• Confidentiality and how/when to break it safely

COST: 3 UNITSPeer Support Training


“The entire content of the training was extremely relevant and kept the interest of the group throughout” Secondary Academy (Pastoral Care Manager)


WHO IS THIS FOR?KS1 & KS2 pupils

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Focussed sessions on how to manage friendships.

ALSO CONSIDER...• Anti-Bullying Strategies Toolkit Training

DURATION6 x group sessions

WHAT WILL YOU LEARNSessions cover:

• ‘I am special and unique’ self-esteem activity

• How to be a good friend

• How it feels when we fall out

• Making friends after falling out

• How we can look after our friendships

• The course will end with compliments and a recap of all sessions

COST: 8 GREEN/BLUE UNITSFriendship Group Work

WHO IS THIS FOR?Reception – Year 11 pupils

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?We offer bespoke assemblies or one hour workshops aimed at addressing any issues that have arisen in a school. They can also be delivered to parents. They can include:

• E-Safety/Cyberbullying

• Celebrating Diversity

• Attendance Initiatives –‘Cool Cats’ and ‘Get Smart’

ALSO CONSIDER...• Anti-Bullying Strategies Toolkit Training

DURATION1 Hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• What is bullying?

• Keeping safe online

• Awareness of the importance of attendance

COST: 1 GREEN/BLUE UNITAssemblies and Workshops

“You’ve supported the child, parents, staff and SENCo with good humour and professionalism.” – School


WHO IS THIS FOR?Foundation and KS1 pupils

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course supports children to focus, practice and reflect on the key

skills necessary for successful learning in the classroom. These are fun and engaging workshop sessions for small groups of children.

DURATION6 x group sessions

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• Children will have a better understanding

of key learning skills – good listening, sitting, looking and talking

• Staff will learn how to acknowledge and reinforce positive behaviours using verbal and visual clues

COST: 8 UNITSReady to Learn Group


“[The representative] is so nice and funny and puts a smile on my face.” Pupil evaluation

WHO IS THIS FOR?KS1 & KS2 pupils (differentiated)

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Pupils will learn approaches to deal with bullying in the classroom and recognise how their own behaviour may affect others.

DURATION1 hour

WHAT WILL YOU LEARNKS1:

• Will focus on ‘I can be friendly’ and ‘I know when others are being friendly’

• Help pupils identify different strategies to use when they are being treated in an unfriendly way

• Help consolidate key learning skills: good listening, looking, talking & waiting

KS2:

• Help pupils recognise, accept and celebrate differences and similarities in each other

• Support pupils to think about the differences between bullying and friendship problems

• Provide strategies for dealing with bullying

COST: POAAnti-Bullying Workshop



WHO IS THIS FOR?Parents

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?This course can be adapted to suit the school community needs.

DURATION4 x 2 hour sessions

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN• A deeper understanding on the impact of using positive language, setting boundaries, using rewards and praise and avoiding conflict

COST: 8 UNITS PER GROUPParenting Support

“The ESBAS representative built a fantastic relationship with us as a family and her amazing support felt very personal. She was always positive, friendly and always listened to our views and opinions well.” Parent

ISEND Provider ServicesEast Sussex County Council

County Hall • St Annes Crescent • Lewes • BN7 1UE

Tel: 01273 337660

www.eastsussex.gov.uk

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