SENCo Group Coaching
What’s it all about?
With the recent success of our Principal Group Coaching programme we have developed a similar programme dedicated to school staff in the role of SENCo. As a former Principal I am acutely aware of the ever changing landscape of this vital role within schools. Over recent years there have been significant legislative changes and an increase in SEN training. As the responsibility levels rise and pupils’ specific needs become ever more complex, the role of a SENCo has never been more demanding.
Whilst the group coaching sessions will not be a specific ‘SEN training’ opportunity they will provide SENCos with much needed time to be encouraged, be inspired and be stretched in a safe and supportive environment by colleagues in a similar role.
Throughout each group coaching session there will be opportunities to discuss and consider the challenges and opportunities faced in the role of SENCo giving participants the motivation and drive to return to school refreshed, renewed and determined to create positive impact on the children and families in their care. SENCos need opportunities such as these to help them be the best possible version of themselves in order to drive forward the SEN work within their school.
Aims of SENCO Group Coaching
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Be Encouraged
In the first morning session you will have the opportunity to share success stories where you have had a positive impact on pupils, staff or parents in an SEN related issue in your school. It is vital that you, as SENCo, have the opportunity to acknowledge ‘what’s going well’ and recognise your contribution to that.
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Be Inspired
In the mid-morning session you will have the opportunity in smaller groups to share a current challenge that you face as SENCo and the ‘group’ members will share ideas and possibilities from their experiences that will help you work towards possible actions you can take to move your issue forward.
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Be Stretched
In the afternoon session either in pairs or in triplets you will have the opportunity to ‘peer coach’ a fellow SENCo on a topic of professional development. The aim of this activity is to help you stretch a fellow SENCo to develop their skills back in school.
The activities throughout the day will be underpinned by an agreement that every conversation is held within the strictest of confidence.
No details relating to specific pupils, staff, parents etc will be shared at any point in the day.
Over 70 SENCOs have attended so far. Here are some comments…
“A very useful day that renewed my motivation as a SENCO”.
“Professional conversations with real meaning! I learnt so much from myself and my colleagues today! Time to think, reflect and reassure. ”
“A fantastic day of sharing good practice in a non-threatening, supportive and non-judgmental group. Thanks to everyone for your help, support and encouragement! Heading back into school feeling less ‘burdened’ by the enormity of the role of SENCO”.
UPCOMING SENCO GROUP COACHING DAYS
UPCOMING SENCO GROUP COACHING DAYS
Friday 21st November 2025
Belmont Hotel, Banbridge
9:30am to 3:30pm
Thursday 27th November
Silverbirch Hotel, Omagh
9:30am to 3:30pm