Programme Assistant – Whole School SEND vacancy
An exciting new programme assistant vacancy is now available, to join the Whole School SEND team working on the Education Endowment Fund (EEF) review.
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Become a nasen member today!
Sign up for a nasen membership and provide all your teachers with access to useful practical SEND resources CPD and information at the click of a button.
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Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training
A two day training course for anyone working with, or caring for, children and young people - limited places available!
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SEND Casework Award - book your place!
This award provides training and accreditation for staff working on the frontline of SEND. Come and attend our training sessions in either Manchester,Nottingham or London.
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NPQSL - SEND Leadership Programme
nasen’s SEND Leadership Programme – gain a National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL)
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Join nasen at the Tes SEN Show
nasen will be exhibiting at the Tes SEN Show on 4-5 October 2019. Register FREE now to make the most of insightful sessions, innovative exhibitors and unmissable networking opportunities.
What's new at nasen
News
Project Manager – Whole School SEND vacancy
NEWS - 13 Sep 2019
An exciting new project manager vacancy is now available, to join the Whole School SEND team working on the Education Endowment Fund (EEF) review.
UNESCO IITE partner with Nisai Group in a quest to impact sustainability through ICT within schools
NEWS - 12 Sep 2019
On 27th August, Nisai signed a project agreement with the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (UNESCO IITE) with the aim of investigating the potential of ICT for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within schools. The joint activities undertaken by Nisai and UNESCO IITE will be aimed at the social and educational inclusion of students, by promoting the access to information and educational materials by all means of ICT.
National Audit Office report 'Support for pupils with SEND in England'
NEWS - 11 Sep 2019
This comprehensive report makes sobering reading - everyone interested in SEND should read the summary, if not the whole report. You will not be surprised at many of its findings; it lays out starkly the current situation with regard to funding, the SEND system, and the quality of support for pupils with SEND, and makes several recommendations to the Department for Education about what should happen to improve the situation.
'Special or Unique Young People's Attitudes to Disability' report
NEWS - 11 Sep 2019
Disability Rights UK have published this report, with the support of LKMCo, as part of the DRILL (Disability Research on Independent Living and Learning) programme, funded through the National Lottery Community Fund.
Events
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SEND Casework Award - Manchester
15 May - 13 December 2019 - (213 days)
This Award is the only on-the-job training and accreditation written specifically for those directly involved in SEND casework. To date more than 50 local authorities and 375 candidates nationally have participated in the Award. Please be aware that this training is subject to a sufficient minimum number of delegates, and may be cancelled if the minimum isn't reached. Should we have to cancel the event, the cost of the training will be refunded.
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SEND Casework Award - Nottingham
16 May - 12 December 2019 - (211 days)
This Award is the only on-the-job training and accreditation written specifically for those directly involved in SEND casework. To date more than 50 local authorities and 375 candidates nationally have participated in the Award. Please be aware that this training is subject to a sufficient minimum number of delegates, and may be cancelled if the minimum isn't reached. Should we have to cancel the event, the cost of the training will be refunded.
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Meeting the needs of every child: SEND for EY settings in Derby
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM, 17 September 2019
THIS COURSE IS ONLY OPEN TO SETTINGS BASED IN DERBY CITY. This FREE one day course will cover the responsibilities of PVIs towards children with SEND, the role of the SENCO and what effective inclusive practice looks like. It will leave managers feeling confident that they can deliver training in SEND to their staff, and know where to go for further information, advice and support on SEND. nasen will be delivering the course in conjunction with Derby Opportunity Area, funded by the DfE. We are delighted that we are able to offer a £50 bursary to each setting for attending this training, to help you with your costs. This course is open to managers, SENCOs etc in PVI and school settings, and to childminders. Hot and cold refreshments will be provided through the day, please bring your own lunch. This course will take place in Derby. Venue details will be emailed upon booking.
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Whole School SEND CPD Event - Strategic SEND
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM, 19 September 2019
Leadership of learning for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities needs to start at the very top of any Multi Academy Trust. Funded by the DfE, the conference will support Headteachers, Governors and Trustees in developing an understanding of effective ways to meet the requirements of all learners. Speakers include Malcolm Reeve, National SEND Leader, and Anne Heavey, National Director of Whole School SEND. Attendees can choose either a full or partial day of training. Lunch will be provided. This event is only open to members of the community of practice. By attending this event, you also get free Bronze Membership with nasen, giving you access to free online training, a monthly e-newsletter and access to the SEND Gateway.
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EY SEND Partnership: A Whole Setting Approach to SEND - Cumbria
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 19 September 2019
THIS TRAINING DATE IS ONLY OPEN TO SETTINGS WITHIN CUMBRIA LOCAL AUTHORITY. This FREE one-day course (worth £199) is aimed at SENCOs and managers in PVI settings who would like to develop their skills in leading a whole-setting approach to SEND. It will provide you with the tools and skills to conduct an Early Years SEND Review, leading to improvements in practice and outcomes for children with SEND. The training is offered as part of the EY SEND Partnership and is delivered by Achievement for All on behalf of nasen. Please be aware that delegates will be expected to conduct at least one review following this training.