How to develop a consistent approach across the school / setting

Things to consider:

• Consider introducing a solution circles approach for staff use. Model the technique in a staff meeting.
• Pair up staff members as ‘critical friends’, Provide a support framework for coaching conversations. It is often helpful to select pairings to ensure there is relevant support for the pairs’ strengths and areas for development.
• Introduce the use of the Ordinarily Available Inclusive Practice (OAIP) guide as a classroom tool as part of whole school training.
• Train staff on a consistent Assess, Plan, Do, Review model so they are able to complete 2 cycles before SENCO is involved. See Individual Support Plan pages of Tools for Schools for a planning framework.
• Hold an open ‘surgery’ so staff feel SENCO is supporting any problems.

Last updated 16 August 2021