This free training session is aimed at both new and experienced SENCos who would like to know more about speech, language and communication (SLC) development and difficulties, and how to support these in their setting.
The session is delivered by an experienced speech and language therapist and includes a brief overview of SLC needs and their impact, with video examples and plenty of time for discussion. You will also have the opportunity to look through a large number of resources that are available to support you in your work – many of these are free and online.
The example resources will cover a number of topics:
- Quality first teaching for SLC needs
- Targeted interventions
- Development of speech and language and identifying SLC needs
- Teaching spoken language and curriculum resources
- Whole school strategy for speech, language and communication
- Pre-school and working with parents
What is the course for?
This course will give SENCos an opportunity to find out about resources, training and websites that may support them in their work, along with an introduction (or refresher) on SLC development and needs, and a chance to discuss issues with an experienced speech and language therapist and fellow SENCos.
How long is this course?
One session, lasting three hours.
Who should attend?
SENCos or staff in a similar role in early years, primary or secondary education.
Which children will it help?
We aim to offer advice and signpost to resources that could benefit all children, including those with identified SLC needs.
Can we offer it as INSET?
This session was not developed with a whole school team in mind, but please feel free
to contact us if you are interested in something similar for your staff group.
We can also discuss running this session for a group of SENCos in a particular network or cluster of schools.
How to book
Please book your place by Wednesday 15 January.
This course is free, however there is a maximum of two places per setting.
It is essential to book onto our courses by completing our booking form and awaiting a confirmation email to confirm your place. Unfortunately, we cannot accept attendees who have not booked a place prior to the course closing date.
You can book your place on our training courses by:
- booking form – fill in our online booking form or request a digital form by email
- by phone – contact Leanne McCluskey on 07827 954333 or at [email protected]
