National Network of Special Schools for SBPs

ANNOUNCEMENT💡

Looking forward to hearing from Peter Gray, Policy Consultant for #SENPolicyResearchForum on 8 May at #NNoSSConference25

24 days to go! Book now so you have something to look forward to next term: shorturl.at/BOCYK

Event sponsor: The Edwin Group

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NEW EPISODE 👏 #TheSNEPodcast.

We explore how Hudson Road Primary's 'Additionally Resourced Provision', known as The Harbour, is redefining support for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Listen here: schoolsnortheast.podbean.com/e/forever-sc...

#EducationPodcast #SEND

Brilliant episode!

Fantastic to hear Head Teachers Cathy Westgate and Donna Walker share their insights into the collaboration that brought this initiative to life, and its profound impact on students and families 💚

#NNoSSConference25 ⭐

Whether it's your 1st time attending or 5th, we're confident you'll find the whole day invaluable. And let's not forget the networking drinks reception the evening before!

Find out more and book: nnoss.co.uk/nnoss-confer...

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#NNoSSConference25: The ONLY national conference specifically for School Business Professionals in our unique field💚

Have you booked your place yet? Only 66 days to go!

Learn more and book: nnoss.co.uk/nnoss-confer...

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Some fantastic points were raised during the open mic session! Always beneficial to get the community talking amongst each other.

And that brings the Spring Virtual Conference to a close. Huge thanks to all speakers and attendees for joining us this morning. #NNoSSMeeting

@paulineaitchison.bsky.social is part of a working group looking at the future of high needs funding, and #NNoSS members have contributed significantly to this conversation.

Now, #NNoSSMeeting attendees are in breakout rooms to further discuss and debate: "Redesign High Needs Funding in England."

On the topic of violent behaviour, Joanna explains that a recent UNISON survey revealed that 72% of staff in special schools have personally experienced violent behaviour in the past 12 months.

#NNoSSMeeting

Now hearing from Joanna Parry (National Officer, Education Team, @unison.org.uk).

Joanna is sharing key updates on UNISON's campaigns for school support staff, including addressing health needs in schools, violent behaviour, and teacher cover. #NNoSSMeeting

Ben shares some top tips around fostering positive relationships with Trade Unions, allowing attendees to reflect on their own current relationships and map out where improvements could be made.

#NNoSSMeeting

Now hearing from Ben Greene (Associate, Browne Jacobson)
for a session on Industry Relations.

Ben will discuss recent trends in trade union activity and share some top tips for how we can build effective working relationships with a trade union. #NNoSSMeeting

"We hear constantly that the ‘SEND SYSTEM IS BROKEN!’ ...but is it broken? Or is it just maxed out, working way above capacity, with education picking up gaps in other services.

"So to ‘FIX’ we must also consider the role health and social care plays."

#SEND #NNoSSMeeting

🌺 @paulineaitchison.bsky.social welcomes everyone to the second #NNoSSMeeting of 24/25

"Thank you for your dedication in joining us online, for staying connected with your peers & for the continued time & support you offer one another. You truly are the heart and soul of this incredible community."

📢 SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT!

Gain invaluable insights re the challenges and opportunities around tackling CLIMATE ACTION in special schools at #NNoSSConference25.

Learn more and book: www.nnoss.co.uk/nnoss-confer...

Event sponsor: The Edwin Group

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Inclusion at the Heart of the School System – Tom Rees - Schools North East Keynote at Schools North East Academies Conference 2025 – Thursday 23rd January 2025,  With sections taken from ‘5 Principles for Inclusion’ (Newmark/Rees 2023): https://cstuk.org.uk/knowledge/discuss...

Great to be at @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social last week to introduce the Inclusion Expert Advisory Group, which I'm pleased to be chairing.

Reforming the SEND system is the most important area of focus for us in the next 5-10 years.

Here's what I said in full.

schoolsnortheast.org/news/inclusi...

Join us in celebrating #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek ☂️

This week, let's focus on nurturing the minds of our future generations. Kindness, understanding, and support can make all the difference.

#CMHW2025 #WellbeingMatters

SEND: A call for inclusion and systemic change - Schools North East The SEND crisis calls for systemic change. Hear from school leaders and the chair of the Education Expert Advisory Group on what this means.

@tomrees.bsky.social's message at #SNEAcademies25 resonates strongly with the challenges #NNoSS members have contributed to shining a crucial light on. @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social

#SEND: A call for inclusion and systemic change. Read the full article here: schoolsnortheast.org/news/send-a-...

KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

Delighted to announce that Diana Osagie, leadership coach and trainer, will join us at #NNoSSConference25 as a keynote speaker 💚

Book now: tinyurl.com/326nfv3x

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💚The NNoSS community is truly unique.

If you also feel isolated and would like a 300+ member network to lean on and learn from, let's have a chat today.

Email info@nnoss.co.uk or visit nnoss.co.uk to learn more.

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AI is changing the education landscape - so how can it help SEND leaders?
#EduSky #SENDSky
Find out more:
www.twinkl.co.uk/l/xmodi

Thrilled to be on Bluesky, joining many of our members who are already here🤍