Building Confidence in Delivering ‘Autism Awareness and Inclusion'
- Online
- 29 Sep 2025 (15:30 - 16:30)
This follow-up session is for leaders, SENCOs, and inclusion teams who have attended or watched a recording of one of the recent DfE-funded ‘Train the Trainer’ webinars on Autism Awareness and Inclusion: Training for Teachers and Support Staff and are preparing to deliver their own training.
The session will include:
- A recap of key content and delivery principles
- Dedicated time for questions and discussion
This is an opportunity to revisit the DfE-funded ‘Train the Trainer’ package, clarify any uncertainties, and build confidence in delivering the training effectively.
To make the most of our time together, please send your questions in advance to info@wholeschoolsend.org.uk. Doing so will help us tailor the discussion to your interests.
Suitable for: Assistant Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher, Head Teacher, Inclusion Manager/Leader, SENCO, Senior Leader
Meet your trainer
Tina Harvey OBE
Until July 2023, Tina was the Head of an Outstanding all age special school for children and young people with severe and profound learning difficulties including those with an additional diagnosis of autism. Tina held this post for over 30 years, during which time the school expanded its roll by 90%.
Tina trained at Birmingham University and holds a Master’s Degree in Childhood Autism, and has spent all of her career working within the special education field. Tina was a National Leader of Education until her retirement from Headship. Tina continues to work as a member of the South East South London Regional SEND team for Whole School SEND (nasen). Aside from Special Educational Needs, Tina's particular interests are school improvement including ethical leadership and leadership development at all levels including governance. Tina firmly believes in the power of coaching as a supportive professional development tool for colleagues.
Tina is the Deputy Regional SEND Lead for South East region.
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