Targeted Support Primary
- Online
- 06 May 2021 (15:30 - 17:00)
This topic, suitable for all staff working within mainstream primary schools, will look at supporting pupils need that is not yet sufficiently met through the quality first teaching that is in place as part of a universal offer. The session will look at how to implement specific interventions across the broad areas of social communication, sensory and social, emotional mental health and to assess their impact.
What will this course cover?
• Identifying pupil need for targeted support through the graduated approach
• Introduce a range of strategies that can be used to provide targeted support to pupils at what might be considered ‘Wave 2’ and ‘Wave 3’ levels
• How to measure effectiveness of targeted support
What are the potential benefits to you and the children or young people you work with?
• More effective use of targeted support for pupils
• Better outcomes for pupils taking part in targeted support sessions
• Greater staff confidence in identifying and implementing appropriate targeted support
Suitable for: Assistant Head Teacher, Consultant, Deputy Head Teacher, Education psychologist, Governor, Head Teacher, Inclusion Manager/Leader, Newly Qualified Teacher, SENCO, Senior Leader, Support staff, Teacher, Teaching Assistant, Tutor
Meet your trainer
Dr Jamie Galpin, CPsychol
Jamie, a founding member of Special Networks and a chartered Developmental Psychologist, has dedicated more than 20 years to the fields of inclusion, psychology, innovation, participation, and learning, with a focus on empowering children and young people. His work explores the intersection of psychology and social justice, aiming to foster genuine social change. Jamie strongly believes in the power of inclusion by design. His expertise extends far beyond the theoretical aspects, guiding the education sector and wider industries, products, and services in adopting and implementing this groundbreaking approach. His diverse professional background spans roles in play work, family support, lecturing, teaching, training, strategy, policy work, and international consultancy. Jamie's career has seen him partner with a wide array of institutions, from charities and government bodies to global corporations.
