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Programme 2017/18

For Private,Voluntary & Independent Settings

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Programme 2017/18





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Welcome to the 2017-2018 edition of the training and development programme offered by the Early Years Support Team.

Our training programme is designed to support practitioners in Leicester City who work with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage in schools and in settings within the private, voluntary and independent sector.

Our training framework (see below) is based on the Talk Matters! and Communication Trust training frameworks. Most of our training is at the universal level and we offer Speech and Language Support for 0-3s (ELKLAN), the Setting-based SENCO Training, Fun Time, Play Interaction for Young Children and Understanding and Supporting Young Children who have Challenging Behaviour at an enhanced level.

We are committed to supporting the learning of all practitioners to enable them to meet the individual needs of children in their settings. Our training modules support the development of the Common Core of Skills and Knowledge for the children’s workforce and also the Key Elements of Effective Practice (KEEP).

Our training modules are regularly reviewed and improved, particularly in the light of participant evaluations. We welcome your comments and suggestions on our programme as well as any offers to help develop new modules.


The ‘Universal’ stage is for people who: work directly with children in early years settings

and homes need to develop an effective working knowledge

and understanding of a given subject to apply to their working practice.

Courses at this level provide the fundamental building blocks of knowledge and skills for all practitioners working within a setting and will enable them to build on for further training and development programmes.

The ‘Enhanced’ stage is for people who: have demonstrated key competencies at the

universal level are working at least at level 3 in early years

practice. need a more detailed knowledge of the subject have responsibility for taking a lead in an area,

sharing information across the setting and supporting practitioners e.g. SENCO, Early Language Lead Practitioner


Course costsThe cost of attending centrally-held courses in 2017-18 is provided below. Your setting will be invoiced directly by the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Support Service. Any queries regarding these charges should be directed to the Finance Manager at New Parks House on 0116 4544650

Courses Per Day(s)(includes lunch)

Per Half Day Twilight

Centrally held Per attendee1 day courses - £502 day courses - £100

Per attendee£30

Per attendee£15

How to apply for a course

You can book on courses through our website

http://removingbarriers.lls.leicester.gov.uk/coursesor

photocopy and complete the application form at the back of the booklet and send it to us at the address on the form

We will confirm your place in writing as soon as possible, subject to the availability of places.

Contact Linda Mayes for any queries relating to applications for training courses on 0116 454 4750

Times of Courses (unless otherwise specified)

Morning course 9.30 - 12.30 p.m.Afternoon course 1.00 - 4.00 p.m. Full day course 9.30 - 3.30 p.m.

your seting£60 per hour (twilight sessions, e.g. staff meetings) ParentsParentsParents and carers of young children with SEND are welcome to attend our training. If you wish to discuss a course or book a place, please contact Linda Mayes on 0116 4544750.VVenueCourses are held in the Abbey training room at the Early Years Support Centre, New Parks House on Pindar Road, Leicester, LE3 9RN. Exceptions to this are clearly indicated on the course information sheet. ew Parks HouseTravel Visitor parking is available on-site. Directions will be sent with confirmation of your place.



An Introduction to Down SyndromeWho is it for Early years practitioners

Areas covered

A course aimed at raising awareness of the needs of children with Down syndrome, including their strengths and difficulties, and to learn strategies to promote effective learning.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: gain an overview of Down syndrome understand that there is a specific profile of strengths and difficulties

associated with Down syndrome have strategies to support children with Down syndrome in settings reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development

Participant evaluations

All aspects of this course were both informative and engaging, particularly learning about the developmental journal, behaviour and self-help

I thoroughly enjoyed the course and will take a lot from it – thank you! Excellent training will recommend to other colleagues. Talking with other practitioners to share experiences is always a bonus. Really enjoyed this course. Lots of resources and online info. Thank you. I feel that I have learnt a lot from today’s course.

Date(s) Thursday 30th November 2017 orMonday 5th March 2018

Time 9.30-3.30

Duration 6 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £50 (includes lunch)

T r a i n i n g & D e v e l o p m e n tEducation & Children’s Services

Twilight An Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

Who is it for Early years practitioners

NB. Trained SENCOs will not need to attend this course. Practitioners training to be SENCOs need to complete the 6 session ‘Setting-based SENCO’ course.

Areas covered

This course enables practitioners to develop their role in relation to identifying and meeting the needs of children with SEND. Areas covered include the Early Monitoring Process, the Early Years Child Passport (individual plan) for children with SEND, and partnership with parents/carers and other agencies.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: consider the ‘graduated approach’ described in the SEND Code of Practice

(2015) be aware of the practitioner’s role in relation to SEND recognise the importance of early identification recognise the importance of working in partnership with parents and other

agencies reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development


Very useful. Will help me to support the setting SENCO in her role A useful course with relevant information. Will take away and feedback to my

setting Enjoyed course and feel more encouraged about roles and responsibilities I found this helpful and have learnt a lot

Date(s) Wednesday 9th May 2018 Time 3.45-5.15pm (twilight)Duration 1.5 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £15



Circle Time for Young Children


Areas covered

This course enables practitioners to plan and run Circle Time sessions within their settings. It is based on the Quality Circle Time model and provides practical information on setting up and running Circle Time and strategies to develop children’s skills. The course provides an opportunity to participate in a variety of Circle Time games.

Circle Time is part of a continuum of provision to develop children’s social communication skills, along with Play Interaction and Fun Time. Play Interaction Fun Time Circle Time (1 child initially) (small group of 4 children) (larger group)

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: gain an understanding of the Quality Circle Time model recognise the benefits of Circle Time for young children learn how to plan Circle Time sessions for young children participate in a variety of Circle Time activities reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development.


Good ideas illustrated through practical practice. Will definitely take ideas back to my setting

Really enjoyed this course! Great information about Circle Time Lots of useful ideas. Enjoyed participating in the activities rather than just

sitting and watching A lovely informative afternoon – the time just flew.

Date(s) Wednesday 17th January 2018 Time 1-4pmDuration 3 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £30


Circle Time for Young Children


Areas covered

This course enables practitioners to plan and run Circle Time sessions within their settings. It is based on the Quality Circle Time model and provides practical information on setting up and running Circle Time and strategies to develop children’s skills. The course provides an opportunity to participate in a variety of Circle Time games.

Circle Time is part of a continuum of provision to develop children’s social communication skills, along with Play Interaction and Fun Time. Play Interaction Fun Time Circle Time (1 child initially) (small group of 4 children) (larger group)

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: gain an understanding of the Quality Circle Time model recognise the benefits of Circle Time for young children learn how to plan Circle Time sessions for young children participate in a variety of Circle Time activities reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development.


Good ideas illustrated through practical practice. Will definitely take ideas back to my setting

Really enjoyed this course! Great information about Circle Time Lots of useful ideas. Enjoyed participating in the activities rather than just

sitting and watching A lovely informative afternoon – the time just flew.

Date(s) Wednesday 17th January 2018 Time 1-4pmDuration 3 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £30

English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Special Educational Needs (SEN)



Fun TimeWho is it for Early years practitioners who have attended Get Going with Communication

Areas covered

This enhanced level course develops practitioners’ knowledge of promoting children’s social communication skills through the Fun Time approach and enables them to plan and deliver effective Fun Time sessions within their own setting. The course involves participating in a variety of Fun Time activities and songs.

Fun Time is part of a continuum of provision to develop children’s social communication skills, along with Play Interaction and Circle Time. Play Interaction Fun Time Circle Time (1 child initially) (small group of 4 children) (larger group)

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: be able to identify the key elements of the Fun Time programme be able to deliver effective Fun Time sessions learn strategies and games to promote children’s social communication skills be able to assess and monitor children’s social communication development reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development


I really enjoyed the session - it had a fantastic pace and vibe. It was extremely useful and presented brilliantly

Pack is fantastic. Good resources. Excellently delivered Very enjoyable, the course was very informative. I feel confident now to go

back into my setting and put it all into good use. Loved the practical activities It was fun! Some great ideas. Can’t wait to get back to school and get

started A helpful course which has developed my skills as a practitioner The session gave us confidence to use Fun Time as an intervention at

school A fab course. I have gained lots of information. Cannot wait to put it into

practice. Looking forward to starting to deliver Fun Time and seeing the results

Date(s)Tuesday 7th November 2017orWednesday 7th March 2018orWednesday 11th April 2018

Time9.30-12.30

3.45-5.15pm (twilight)

1-4pmDuration 3 hours (half day) or 1.5 hours - Twilight session

A Fun Time session can be demonstrated in your setting (arranged individually)Location New Parks House (Hall)Fee £30 (half day) £15 (twilight)

Option to purchase Fun Time folder - £50 Fun Time resource bag - £100



Get Going with Communication


Areas covered

This universal level course develops practitioners’ knowledge and understanding of how children’s communication and language skills develop and why language is an essential life skill. It provides practical ideas to enable practitioners to promote the language skills of all children and to support children who have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: be familiar with different models of communication and understand the

processes involved in communicating revisit typical development of speech, language and communication skills be aware of a range of speech, language and communication needs recognise the importance of attachment and positive relationships in promoting

children’s development learn and practise strategies to develop children’s language reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development


Absolutely fantastic course – a must for every practitioner Enjoyed the course. It has helped me to understand more about how to support

children with their language and communication Would recommend this course to other colleagues. It has provided me with lots

of ideas to try The course was fun, interesting and informative. Sometimes you come away

from courses thinking I already know this, but I can say that I have updated my knowledge and learnt more.

An excellent course. I particularly enjoyed the anecdotes and explanations – really brought the course to life. Thanks!

Great course, delivered well, lots learnt Learnt a lot of new ideas and strategies to use throughout the setting. Visuals,

activities and handouts were useful Such an interesting course! Plenty of ideas I can take away. Learnt a lot Two great training sessions – kept me engaged throughout the day

Date(s) Thursday 2nd and 9th November 2017orWednesday 21st & 28th February and 7th & 14th March 2018orFriday 11th and 18th May 2018

Time9.30-3.30

1-4pm

9.30-3.30Duration 12 hours (2 full days or 4 half days/afternoons)Location Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £100 (includes lunch on full day courses)




Play Interaction for Young Children(who have Communication and Interaction Needs)

Who is it for Early years practitioners who have attended Get Going with Communication

Areas covered

This enhanced level course develops practitioners’ knowledge and understanding of Play Interaction and provides practical activities to support young children who have communication and interaction needs. It includes case studies.

Play Interaction is part of a continuum of provision to develop children’s social communication skills, along with Fun Time and Circle Time. Play Interaction Fun Time Circle Time (1 child initially) (small group of 4 children) (larger group)

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: recognise the importance of social interaction and communication skills understand how Play Interaction supports children with social interaction and

social communication needs learn a variety of Play Interaction activities and songs learn how to plan Play Interaction sessions for young children reflect on their practice and identify areas for development.


I have more confidence that now I can interact and play with my child and know how to plan activities with fun

Fully enjoyed the interaction training course. Time was given to ask questions. Information and tools were very useful. Good ideas shared

Brilliant course, very useful. I look forward to implementing it at my setting It was all very interesting, learnt some new strategies Brilliant course. Great range of activities to try out. I like the use of videos

and case studies

Date(s) Wednesday 10th January 2018 Time 9.30-3.30Duration 6 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £50 (includes lunch)


Positive Behaviour Management inEarly Years Settings


Areas covered

This universal level course develops practitioners’ knowledge of the principles and key elements of a positive behaviour management approach. Practitioners examine systems that support behaviour in early years settings and learn strategies to support children who have behavioural and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: gain an awareness of social, emotional and mental health needs and

recognise that behaviour is a consequence of an unmet need recognise that behaviour is something that children learn and we teach acquire strategies to teach and encourage appropriate behaviour within a

setting consider the development and reinforcement of rules and routines within a

setting recognise the importance of working in partnership with parents/carers reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development


Thank you for everything it was great and I will look into coming to the challenging behaviour course

The training was well delivered with useful handouts to take back. Enjoyed course and felt helped when I asked questions. Really enjoyed it, very informative, and very useful. Thank you! Course was lovely and so were the trainers – very helpful

Date(s) Wednesday 6th December 2017 Time 1-4pmDuration 3 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £30


Setting-based SENCO TrainingWho is it for Early years practitioners who are taking on the role of Special Educational

Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) within their setting.

Areas covered

This enhanced level course enables practitioners to understand and develop their role as SENCO within an early years setting.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: be able to take on the role of SENCO in their setting become familiar with the requirements of the Special Educational Needs and

Disability Code of Practice: 0 - 25 and local guidance (Leicester City local authority)

be aware of the roles and responsibilities of key personnel in relation to special educational needs and disability (SEND)

be able to identify and assess children who may have special educational needs

have increased understanding of how to write an Early Years Child Passport (an individual plan), including setting and reviewing targets

understand the importance of working in partnership with parents/carers and other agencies

become familiar with the framework for an SEND policy reflect on and review their setting’s practice and identify and lead on areas

for development.Participant evaluations

It was a very good and useful course. I can’t wait to put things into practice. Thank you for the training as it has been very informative and organised. Very useful, excellent quality and expertise by the presenters. I thoroughly

enjoyed the course and feel more confident in my new role. Amazing course, I have loved it. I have enjoyed this course and hope to implement in my setting with full

confidence and having the full support of my area SENCO. The course was great, in-depth and covered all relevant requirements and

my expectations. The course has been very informative and enlightening. Tutors were very

helpful and co-operative will definitely recommend it. Glad I completed it. Our tutors were brilliant in teaching me. Really enjoyed the course.

Date(s) Wednesday 25th October, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th November 2017orThursday 25th January, 1st, 8th, 22nd February, 1st and 8th March 2018

Time1-4pm

9.30-12.30

Duration 18 hours (6 x3 hours)Location Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £150



Speech and Language Support for 0-3s (ELKLAN)

Who is it for Early years practitioners, particularly those who lead on provision for 2 year olds and Early Language Lead Practitioners (ELLPs). Participants should have completed Get Going with Communication

Areas covered

An enhanced level accredited course that develops practitioners’ knowledge of communication and language development and provides practical ideas to promote children’s communication and language skills. There is a particular focus on supporting children who have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Content of sessions:1. What is communication?2. Adult-child interaction and non-verbal communication3. Play for language4. Listening, attention and understanding spoken language5. The Word Journey – developing vocabulary6. The Blank Language Scheme7. The Language Journey – encouraging the development of spoken language

and clear speech8. Sharing books, using rhymes and exploring the link to early literacy9. Working with parents and cares to support communication development10. Linking it all together

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: understand the processes involved in communicating recognise key features of good adult-child interaction gain an awareness of different speech, language and communication needs acquire and practise strategies to promote children’s language and

communication development complete weekly tasks, e.g. employing strategies to support language and

evaluating the effectiveness of the strategy, and compile a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates their learning,


I feel I have gained a lot of information on all aspects of speech, language and communication. There have been so many useful and successful strategies that I have learnt and am using that it has definitely improved my practice, ultimately benefitting the children massively.

Since starting this course, I have seen a huge improvement in the children’s language.

Really useful course that changes your practice in relation to effective communication.

We have implemented lots of the ideas/activities within the playgroup to promote language and communication and it is working well.

Enjoyed all of it and learnt something new every week.



Date(s) Monday 6th, 13th, 20th November,4th & 11th December 2017, 15th, 22nd & 29th January, 5th & 19th February 2018(26th February – portfolio support)

Time 1-3.30pm

Duration 25 hours (10 x 2.5 hours) Plus optional session on portfolio support

Location Abbey training room, Early Years Support Centre

Fee £295 includes accreditation fee (AptEd), personal copy of course text - ‘Language Builders for 0-3s’, and website access



Supporting Children in a Dual Placement

Who is it for Early years practitioners in settings who are working with a child who has a dual placement with Pindar Nursery (specialist nursery)

Areas covered

This targeted course aims to ensure that children who attend both Pindar Nursery and a mainstream school or setting experience a consistent approach in both learning environments. It focuses on effective provision to meet their needs, including teaching approaches, practical strategies and resources.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: have an opportunity to visit the specialist nursery and its facilities explore a range of strategies and approaches used in the specialist nursery

and consider how these could be implemented in a mainstream setting recognise the importance of working in partnership with the specialist

nursery and with parents and professionals reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development


Nice to access training delivered by extremely skilled and informed practitioners

The whole course was excellent and enjoyed looking at resources and getting a feel for what it is like at Pindar Nursery. The whole morning was interesting and inspiring

Thank you. I feel more confident about working with X at my school Good to see where my child attends and to share ideas.

Date(s) Thursday 5th October 2017 Time 9.30-12.30Duration 3 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee Free for early years practitioners working with a child who has a dual placement

with Pindar Nursery



Understanding and Supporting Young Children who have Challenging Behaviour

Who is it for Early years practitioners who have attended Positive Behaviour Management in Early Years Settings (or equivalent universal level course)

Areas covered

This enhanced course develops practitioners’ understanding of what is meant by challenging behaviour and considers factors that can have an impact on early development.It considers a number of models that have been developed as a means to understanding, supporting and managing challenging behaviours.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: acquire knowledge of the attachment process and understand how early

trauma can have an impact on this consider several different behaviour models and explore how these can be

helpful in understanding behaviour and developing strategies to manage it know how to write and implement a Positive Behaviour Plan reflect on and review their own practice and identify areas for development

Participants can bring concerns regarding anonymised children for discussion


Enjoyed this course. Trainers were clear and down to earth. They related the theory to real life

Both presenters worked well and it was easy to understand, giving lots of examples of real events.

It will be great to use some of the information in a staff meeting which will enable all to see challenging behaviour in a positive way and why children act the way they do.

Thank you this was very useful and helped to put things into perspective for individuals in my class.

Date(s) Thursday 18th January 2018 Time 9.30-3.30Duration 6 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £50 (includes lunch)




Understanding and Supporting Young Children with Autism


Areas covered

This universal level develops practitioners’ knowledge and understanding of the nature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and provides practical strategies to support children’s needs.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: acquire knowledge of the nature of the ASD triad of impairments understand how the development of children with ASD may be affected by

the triad learn how to support these children within their setting reflect on and review their practice and identify areas for development


This was an excellent and very interesting course. I feel I have learnt a lot and can take that knowledge back to my setting and implement it.

Hearing from the parent was an eye opener and hearing from a parent side of things really helped.

Very good course, informative, delivered well. Excellent course which has been really valuable for my professional

development I found everything interesting and helpful to support me in my role working

with an autistic child

Date(s) Thursday 16th November 2017orMonday 12th March 2018orThursday 17th May 2018

Time 9.30-3.30

Duration 6 hoursLocation Abbey training room, Early Years Support CentreFee £50 (includes lunch)


Visual Timetables and Other Visual CuesWho is it for Early years practitioners

Areas covered

This course provides an insight into the use of visual cues to support children’s communication and learning. It will look at a range of materials and strategies, including visual timetables, choice boards, cue cards and labelling the environment.

Courseoutcomes

Participants will: recognise the importance and benefits of using visual strategies with all

children understand that visual cues are particularly effective for children who have

speech, language and communication needs, learning needs or social, emotional and mental health needs

have an understanding of the range of visual strategies that can be used within an early years setting

be able to use a variety of visual strategies effectively to support communication, social development, learning and behaviour.


New Twilight

Date(s) Wednesday 1st November 2017 Time 3.45-5.15pm (twilight)Duration 1.5 hoursLocation NPH HallFee £15



BOOKING FORMSUPPORTING INDIVIDUAL NEEDS

in Early Years Childcare & Education Settings

The cost of attending this course will be as indicated below. Your setting will be invoiced directly by LCC Finance Any queries regarding these charges should be directed to the Finance Manager – Special Educational Needs and

Disability (SEND) Support Service, New Parks House on 0116 454 4650Central Courses *£15 twilight course per delegate

*£30 1/2 day course per delegate *£50 1 day course per delegate *£100 2 day course per delegate *£150 SENCo 6 week course *£295 Elklan 10 week course

PLEASE NOTE: We will confirm by letter / email if your application has been successfulAll confirmed applicants will be charged unless the course is cancelled by the Service

Please return to: [email protected] Mayes Early Years Support Team

c/o SEND Support Service, New Parks House, Pindar Road, Leicester LE3 9RN

Tel: 0116 454 4750 Fax: 0116 454 0803


Applying for courses:1. Email this form to Linda Mayes (email address below) 2. Send the form by post to Linda Mayes (address below) 3 A separate booking form is required for each course and for each person


NAME OF ATTENDEE

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