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The SENDcast

The SENDcast is a weekly podcast focusing on Special Educational Needs, it is an amazing way to keep up to date with all the different areas within SEN, best practices and to improve your knowledge around SEND.

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47:56

Being Hijacked By Your Emotions with Alison Knowles

The SENDcast ·

2023/09/14

From the moment we are born, none of us have fears or phobias, we don’t have any beliefs about how the world works, they are shaped by our reality – the world in which we are brought up in by our parents/carers. As we grow, our unique life experiences and the emotions we attach to certain situations or behaviours begin to define us. “We need to recognise that whatever emotion is in control at any given time, will steer and direct how we view the world and how we react to it.” Alison Knowles A

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12:39

The Tes SEND Show with Beverley Walters

The SENDcast ·

2023/09/12

Beverley joins Dale for this special episode highlighting what's on at this year's Tes SEND Show 13 - 14 October in London and why you should be there! "It's an absolutely fantastic place to network and there's so much to learn, so much to take advantage of and we've just packed so much into the programme." Beverley Walters Attending Tes SEND Show provides the opportunity for the entire school workforce to stay up to date with latest SEND issues, stay connected at a national level and find out the

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51:32

Executive Function Skills and Neurodiversity Traits...

The SENDcast ·

2023/09/07

Getting to class on time, meeting homework deadlines, making sure the right equipment is brought into school are all essential, however, are we actively teaching and equipping students with these skills? Executive function - everyone has to have, everyone needs to learn about, but no one really knows about. One of the problems that we have around executive function skills is that often it's presumed that young people will implicitly develop these skills, and our system is really set up to celebrate

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01:13:56

The Boundaries Between Education and Care with Zara...

The SENDcast ·

2023/08/31

In schools, there is a growing blur between the realms of education and care. It has become increasingly evident that school staff are shouldering a tremendous responsibility in addressing mental health concerns, often due to long waiting lists and inconsistent quality of external support services. To shed light on this issue, we are delighted to have Zara Wright Director of SEND at the Weydon Multi Academy Trust, join Dale to discuss ’The boundaries between education and care’. Zara brings valuable

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56:02

Additional Needs Haircut Services with Craig Henderson

The SENDcast ·

2023/08/24

Many children with additional needs face challenges when it comes to getting their hair cut. It can be an incredibly stressful experience for everyone involved, despite the fact that haircuts are a necessity for everyone. Getting a haircut can overwhelm the senses, with numerous challenges such as, the apron/cloth, noise from clippers, music, lighting, smells etc. Children are taught not to interact with strangers, yet they find themselves in a situation where a stranger is standing in their

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56:02

How Our Brains Project Our Past with Alison Knowles

The SENDcast ·

2023/08/17

Why do we dread starting a new job? Why do we not like going to the in-laws for Christmas? Why do we not look forward to Monday morning? As humans, we tend to approach new events or situations with caution or even negativity. This is because our brains have a natural tendency to protect us from uncertainty and potential harm. Alison Knowles, Emotional Therapist, joins Dale in this episode to discuss ‘How our brains project our past’. Alison explains that if there is a gap in our knowledge or

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01:08:44

Engaging Pupils with SEMH and Other Behaviour Needs...

The SENDcast ·

2023/08/10

Behaviour is communication, it doesn’t just come out of nowhere and is only the tip of the iceberg. With more than 40 pupils being excluded daily for behaviour-related problems, it is evident that the system is not effectively addressing the issue. We have another new guest speaker this week, Adele Bates a Behaviour and Education Specialist! Adele joins Dale to discuss ‘Engaging Pupils with SEMH and other behaviour needs’. It requires a tailored approach that takes into account the individual needs

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01:15:09

Reducing Teacher Workload By Supporting Pupils With...

The SENDcast ·

2023/08/03

We are seeing a significant rise in the number of diagnoses and SEN registers growing, but these values don’t always correlate. This has left schools and teachers feeling concerned about the increased workload and inadequate support from their local authorities and the government. The increased prevalence of named conditions and acronyms in SEN has left many teachers feeling uncertain about their ability to work with these students. Teacher workload is a major contributor to stress and is

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52:28

Effective Advocacy & Why Fighting Doesn’t Work with...

The SENDcast ·

2023/07/27

There is a common narrative which reflects far too many parents’ experiences that, in order to get the support their child needs, parents need to be prepared to fight. However, this not only increases stress levels but also decreases the likelihood of achieving the best outcomes for their child. While it may seem impossible to work collaboratively in some situations, in many cases, parents can advocate calmly and confidently while working effectively with the team supporting their child. Jodie

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53:02

EHCNA with Amanda Sokell

The SENDcast ·

2023/07/20

Local Authorities are seeing unprecedented demand for Education Health & Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) and as a result are struggling to keep up. The situation is further complicated by many parents requesting EHCPs, but not receiving them due to refusals from authorities, leaving schools caught in the crossfire. As a result, there is widespread confusion among schools and parents about this area. Amanda Sokell, Advocate and Neurodiversity Trainer, joins Dale for her first episode to discuss the

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48:26

Goal Setting with Alison Knowles

The SENDcast ·

2023/07/13

Having a goal can often feel like you’re standing at the foot of the mountain looking up to the peak, wondering how on earth you’re going to get there. It can feel daunting, impossible and a struggle to get there, with many people not getting past the first step. This week Alison Knowles, Emotional Therapist, joins Dale to discuss ‘Goal setting – how to make dreams a reality’. Alison tells us that goals are merely dreams until you take that first step to achieving them. Alison breaks down goal

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01:01:50

Exercise, Play and Sensory Integration for Disabled...

The SENDcast ·

2023/07/06

We all know the benefits of exercise. But as we look at the world around us, the opportunities for people with disabilities to exercise is extremely limited. Playgrounds, swimming pools, climbing walls, trampoline parks etc are all great facilities for children to exercise, build confidence, improve balance and coordination. Many now provide sessions for children with additional needs. However, some parents have tried these activities only to find out that they are not entirely inclusive. Stephanie

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01:13:37

Incidental Conversations with Ginny Bootman

The SENDcast ·

2023/06/29

Have you had your hair cut? Have you got a new coat? Is that a new rucksack? These seemingly simple questions can make a huge difference in building connections and relationships with the children around us. In this week’s episode Ginny Bootman joins Dale to discuss ‘Incidental Conversations’. She highlights that taking the time to interact with children around us can be incredibly rewarding. Ginny tells us how those incidental conversations can have a profound impact on the individual we are

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01:03:57

Focus On What They Can Do, Not What They Can’t with...

The SENDcast ·

2023/06/22

In the world of Special Educational Needs (SEN), it's common to focus on what children can't do instead of celebrating their abilities. We often compare them to their non-SEN peers and tend to overlook their accomplishments. Even when they achieve something, we tend to focus on what they can't do next. When we focus on what children can’t do, we lose connection and miss opportunities to help them progress. Joanne Jones, Consultant Speech and Language therapist joins Dale for her first SENDcast

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01:01:36

SENCO Workload and Wellbeing with Lynn How

The SENDcast ·

2023/06/15

Being a SENCO comes with a long list of responsibilities that often overlap with other roles. Unfortunately, SENCOs are sometimes isolated and hidden away within schools, leading to a lack of understanding of their role. The workload SENCOs face is immense, and leadership may not fully understand the extent of the role. SENCOs need to protect themselves, but how? This week Lynn How, Educational Consultant, joins Dale to discuss ‘SENCO Workload and Wellbeing’. Listen to this episode to find out: how

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48:40

Tourette's in the Education System with Lucy Toghill

The SENDcast ·

2023/06/08

We released a great introduction to Tourette’s a few weeks ago with Ione, but what impact does having Tourette Syndrome (TS) have within a school? There are still huge amounts of misconceptions out there about TS and a general lack of awareness of the condition. It’s really important to increase knowledge and understanding of TS so that students feel supported, understood and accepted in their educational provision. Lucy Toghill, Education Manager for Tourettes Action joins Dale in this episode

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01:01:39

Venn Diagrams and Icebergs: How to Negotiate the A to...

The SENDcast ·

2023/06/01

ADHD, ADD, AGT, ASC, ASD, DME, DSD, EBD, PDA, SEMH, SPD… There is an A to Z of SEND labels/terms and there are 9 under ‘A’ alone!! Labels change and some have more credibility than others. With so many increasing terms how can teachers feel prepared to meet the expectations of parents? Fintan O’Regan, Behaviour and SEN Consultant, joins Dale this week to discuss ‘Venn diagrams and Icebergs: How to negotiate the A to Z of SEND’. They debate the use or misuse of labels and outline how some terms

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46:11

Helping Children with PMLD Thrive with Yoga with...

The SENDcast ·

2023/05/25

How can you do yoga with children with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)? For many years the potential for yoga to be helpful for children who have limited or no voluntary movement, or cannot sit unaided, or cannot speak has been questioned. Jyoti Jo Manuel, founder and director of Special Yoga, joins Dale this week to discuss ‘Helping children with PMLD thrive with yoga’. Yoga for children and young people with PMLD doesn’t look like the usual bending/stretching that are

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55:15

Tourette's? (Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month - May...

The SENDcast ·

2023/05/18

Tourette Syndrome (TS) is an inherited, neurological condition, the key features of which are tics, involuntary and uncontrollable sounds and movements. Tourette’s is not a rare condition; it impacts an estimated 300,000 people in the UK and 1 in 100 school aged children. As it’s Tourette’s Awareness month, 15th May to 15th June, we want to destigmatise Tourette Syndrome by showing the general public what the reality of TS looks like. Dispelling some of the myths that surround it such as all people

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01:03:13

Teaching Phonics to ALL Learners - What About SLD and...

The SENDcast ·

2023/05/11

The teaching of reading is something that is relevant to all our learners including those with severe and complex learning difficulties but the questions is… Where does phonics fit in? Why should we include this within our reading framework and what will it look like? How will learners with the most significant complex needs gain from an inclusive reading curriculum? These are all questions that Dr Sarah Moseley addresses in today’s podcast ‘Teaching Phonics to ALL learners - what about SLD and PMLD

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