Resources
Our team of education specialists have put together a bank of information, support and resources. This provides you easy access to the most up-to-date knowledge and support which is rooted in research and evidence-informed best practice.
Please note: Our resources reflect the terminology and accepted language of the moment in time at which they were produced, and sometimes, although content remains relevant and valid, as our knowledge and understanding grows, some of the terms may not be what we would now choose to use.
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Latest Resources
Sensory Needs in the Early Years
- Webcasts
- 01 Nov 2023
£10.00
This 30 minutes long webinar webinar explores the identification and provision for children with Sensory Needs in the Early Years.
This resource is FREE with SEND CPD on Demand
Introduction to Severe and/or Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (S/PMLD)
- Webcasts
- 01 Nov 2023
£10.00
This session, suitable for SENCOs, teachers and support staff, will introduce S/PMLD, how it might be identified and some introductory ideas for support.
This resource is FREE with SEND CPD on Demand
Introduction to Social, Emotional Mental Health Needs
- Webcasts
- 01 Nov 2023
£10.00
This webcast, suitable for SENCOs, teachers and support staff, will introduce SEMH, the many ways in which children and young people might experience need in this area and some ideas for support.
This resource is FREE with SEND CPD on Demand
Introduction to Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
- Webcasts
- 01 Nov 2023
£10.00
Part of Introduction to series this session, suitable for SENCOs, teachers and support staff, will introduce DLD, how it might be identified and some introductory ideas for support.
This resource is FREE with SEND CPD on Demand
Introduction to Dyscalculia
- Webcasts
- 01 Nov 2023
£10.00
This session, suitable for SENCOs, teachers and support staff, will introduce dyscalculia, how it might be identified and some introductory ideas for support.
This resource is FREE with SEND CPD on Demand
Scanning Pens - Sponsored Webinar
- Webcasts
- 23 Oct 2023
Free
In this sponsored webinar from Scanning Pens, SENCo and Head of Education for Scanning Pens, Julia Clouter, talks to Jim Bowen, about his experience of dyslexia both at school and as an adult, and the assistive technology he uses to support him
The Engagement Model webcast
- Webcasts
- 20 Oct 2023
Free
This session, suitable for all school staff, provides an overview of The Engagement Model, introducing the 5 focus areas of exploration, realisation, anticipation, persistence & initiation.
Understanding and supporting transitions
- Webcasts
- 16 Oct 2023
Free
In this webcast, we will look at the importance of transitions for young children with SEND.
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Twilight Talks Research Series: Evidence-informed practice
- Webcasts
- 12 Oct 2023
Free
In this session, Dr Miriam McBreen will introduce evidence-informed approaches and how these can be helpful in selecting suitable strategies to support learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
The EEF recommendations for SEND in mainstream schools
- Webcasts
- 11 Oct 2023
Free
This webinar is suitable for SENCOs, headteachers, other leaders and classroom teachers who want an overview of this report.
Why and how should we support children with DME in school?
- Webcasts
- 08 Oct 2023
Free
This webinar is suitable for SENCOs, SLTs and teachers who would like to understand the relationship between pupils with SEND and bullying
Accessibility tools in Microsoft 365
- Webcasts
- 01 Oct 2023
Free
This webinar is designed for teachers, SENCO’s, senior leaders and IT professionals giving you a basic awareness of what is available to support children and young people with SEND using Microsoft 365.
Understanding Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Webcasts
- 01 Jun 2023
Free
This session will help to further develop your understanding of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Twilight Talks: Making Financial Education Accessible for All
- Webcasts
- 11 May 2023
Free
The session will explore different approaches and programmes on offer for primary and secondary children and young people with SEND, parents and educators to help you access high quality and impactful financial education.
Twilight Talks: Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners in Education
- Webcasts
- 10 Mar 2023
Free
An overview of hearing loss, its impact on well-being, and strategies to promote accessibility and inclusivity in today’s dynamic classroom.
Targeted Support in Specialist Settings
- Webcasts
- 23 Nov 2022
£10.00
This topic, suitable for all staff working within specialist settings, 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.
This resource is FREE with SEND CPD on Demand
An introduction to Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Webcasts
- 21 Oct 2022
Free
This webinar will provide an introduction to Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
#NL2022: Exploring Flexible Seating in Mainstream Schools A Whole School Adaptation
- Webcasts
- 18 Jul 2022
Free
These slides were presented by Heba Al Jayoosi at nasen Live 2022.
#NL2022: Challenges of the Diagnostic Framework for Understanding Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Webcasts
- 18 Jul 2022
Free
These slides were presented by Joni Holmes at nasen Live 2022.
#NL2022: You can’t do SEND in a silo
- Webcasts
- 18 Jul 2022
Free
These slides were presented by Rhian WIlliams at nasen Live 2022.