SEND and Inclusion course directory - SEND and Inclusion Advisory 0-25 Team courses

Find out about our courses provided by our SEND and Inclusion Advisory team.

You can book a place for any of the courses on this page online using your Synergy account.

Please contact IT on 03000 261100 if you experience any difficulties with your Synergy account.

For further information on any of the courses, contact us at SendInclusionAdmin@durham.gov.uk or by phone on 03000 267800.

List of courses

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Course details

New SENCO training

Description: The course will enable new SENCOs to have a better understanding of their role. It is a full day and includes lunch.

The course provides:

information on duties and responsibilities from the SEND Code of Practice
information on County Durham's Local Offer and Graduated Approach
guidance on SEND processes and paperwork
an overview of SEN funding.

Outcomes: Increased confidence in:

promoting inclusive practice to improve the outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs
the role and responsibilities of a SENCO
the Graduated Approach
Special Educational Needs funding
utilising County Durham's Local Offer
understanding County Durham's SEND processes
contacting and working with other professionals.

Who the course is for: New or inexperienced SENCOs and those needing a refresher of the role.

Course date and time: 17 September 2024 - 9.00am to 3.15pm and 28 January 2025 - 9.00am to 3.15pm

Where: Education Development Centre, Spennymoor

Cost: £200 per delegate (including lunch)

Cancellation terms: One week

SENCO as a strategic lead

Description: The course will enable SENCOs to develop their strategic SEND role in supporting all school staff to provide effective provision for children and young people with SEND. We will provide information on strategic development and understanding of what is needed to embed systems for SEND, promoting a whole school ethos for effective Special Educational Needs provision to build capacity across the workforce.

Outcomes: Increased confidence in:

promoting inclusive practice to improve the outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs
understanding the concepts, principles & approaches of strategic leadership
leading on a whole school approach to identifying Special Educational Needs
monitoring the impact of Special Educational Needs provision in your setting
capturing parent and pupil voice
reporting to SLT & Governors
addressing underachievement/progress of pupils with SEND
applying SEND and OFSTED Frameworks to practice
SEN funding, impact and value for money
deployment of, and monitoring the effectiveness of Teaching Assistants
leading continuous SEND professional development in your setting.

Who the course is for: All SENCOs - this training follows on from New SENCO training if you are an inexperienced SENCO.

Course date and time:3 December 2024 - 9.00am to 3.15pm and 11 March 2025 - 9.00am to 3.15pm

Where: Education Development Centre

Cost: £200 per delegate

Cancellation terms: One week

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