Training & Events

Peer Led Paired Reading in the Post Primary School

AIMS:

To highlight the benefits of paired reading. To learn how to set up and organise a paired reading project in your school.

Course Details:

The training is a 30 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

Audience:

Post Primary

Study Skills for Post Primary Pupils Who Experience Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

To examine what Study Skills are and to explore the value of teaching them to post-primary pupils with literacy difficulties. To highlight a range of practical approaches to teaching Study Skills to post-primary pupils with literacy difficulties. To provide signposting to resources and literature which may prove helpful for school staff responsible for incorporating Study Skills into their schools’ educational provision.

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 35 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

Read and Write Exam Mode

AIMS:

• To give a brief outline of Access Arrangements/Reasonable Adjustments and how they can be facilitated through Texthelp’s Read & Write in Exam Mode

• To explain how to set up Exam Mode in Texthelp’s Read & Write software

• To demonstrate available features of Exam Mode and how they can be used during exams

• To provide signposting to resources and literature which may prove helpful for school staff in relation to setting up and using R&W Exam Mode

Course Details:

The training is a 40 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly to receive the training details.

AUDIENCE:

Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCO's

Access Arrangements for Post Primary Pupils with Literacy Difficulties

AIMS:

1. To examine what access arrangements are and the principles behind their existence.

2. To discuss the structures which regulate the administration of access arrangements.

3. To highlight a range of access arrangements which may be appropriate for some post primary pupils with literacy difficulties.

4. To provide signposting to resources and literature in relation to access arrangements which may prove helpful for school staff.

Course Details:

The presentation is 43 minutes long and can be watched at any time which is convenient for the viewer.

The link to access your course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your email address correctly.

Supporting the Effective Work of the Classroom Assistant in the Post Primary Phase

AIMS:

To reflect upon the opportunities for teachers and classroom assistants to plan and work together effectively, enhancing learning opportunities for pupils. To demonstrate the need for clear roles and responsibilities to be set for classroom assistants. To signpost to dyslexia friendly classroom strategies and resources.

Course Details:

The training is approximately a 30 minute training video which participants can view in their own time.

The link to access the course will be provided in your confirmation email.

Please ensure you enter your C2K email address correctly to receive the training details.

Audience:

Post Primary Classroom Assistants

Technology H&S Refresher Circular and Band Saw Training

Target Audience:  Teachers and technicians employed in school workshops who require Refresher Health and Safety Circular and Band Saw Training.

Technology and Design Teachers and Technicians must ensure that their machine training is up to date and a record of staff training must be kept by the Head of Technology and Design Department. It is important that teachers and/or technicians who intend using such machines are given access to appropriate training, assessment and certification in line with the Health and Safety Policy Statement. Boards of Governors, in discharging their statutory responsibilities, must ensure:

"that all employees have appropriate qualifications, experience and training to safely undertake their work and to continually develop and improve their competencies in order to carry out their work or activity in a safe and efficient manner.”
"that all employees have access to regular training within their discipline to undertake their work safely and to continually develop and improve their competencies in order to carry out their work or activity in a safe and efficient  manner." (Health and Safety Statement and Policy, September 2017).

This is a one day course, which should be refreshed every three years.

Course content includes:

relevant legislation health and safety advice recommended good practice hands on practical sessions

Substitute cover and travel costs cannot be provided by the Education Authority, participants are reminded to bring their own refreshments.

Applications will be taken on a first come first serve basis.

Please use 'Book Now' green button to select and book a training date.

Training runs from 9.30 am - 3.30 pm.

 

SEND Implementation and SENCo Support

This learning area contains modules of SEND training resources and guidance materials for SENCos/Learning Support Coordinators, senior leaders, teaching and non-teaching staff in schools and educational settings. It replaces the old SEND Website which will no longer be accessible. Click on the ‘Documents’ link on the menu on the right of the Dashboard page to find the following topic areas:

Graduated Response (WEP and SpEP) Leadership and Management Parent and Carer Leaflets Personal Learning Plan (PLP) Policies Provision Mapping SEN and Medical Categories SEND Podcasts School Development Day Packs Views of the Child

Some of these resources are also available on the public-facing EANI SEND Website on the new SENCo Support page https://send.eani.org.uk/sencosupport

AIMS:

 

To provide an understanding of changes to the SEN Framework To share updates on changes to legislation, regulations and the draft Code of Practice To host resources and materials to support staff who are working with children and young people with SEN in your school or setting.

 

TIME/DATE:

This learning area is open year-round.

Supporting Pupils with a Statement for Social, Behavioural and Emotional Wellbeing Needs:

One registration for 3 sessions- Relationships, Building Resilience & Planning Support

Aims:
• Enable school staff to use a range of strategies and resources to promote inclusion for children and young people with a statement of SEN for Social, Behavioural, Emotional and Wellbeing (SBEW) needs.
• Understand the needs of children and young people with a SBEW statement of SEN needs.

Learning outcomes:
Session 1
Explore strategies which can be used to develop positive relationships with pupils who have SBEW needs and develop a culture of listening to the child/ young person's voice.

Session 2 Understand the importance of resilience development for pupils with a SBEW profile of need. Identity effective practice which will nurture the development of resilience for pupils with SBEW profile of need.

Session 3 Identity the skills, support and strategies that can be used to nurture belonging, raise self-awareness and to reduce tension for pupils with SBEW profile of need. Understanding of and monitoring of outcomes for pupils with SEN.

Location Microsoft Teams Online Platform
30/09/2025, 07/10/2025, 14/10/2025 Time 11.00-12.30
12/11/2025, 19/11/2025, 26/11/2025 Time14.00 -15.30
13/01/2026, 20/01/2026, 27/01/2026 Time 11.00-12.30
22/04/2026, 29/04/2026, 06/05/2026 Time 14.00 -15.30

Toolkit for New Classroom Assistants supporting Social, Behavioural and Emotional Wellbeing Needs (SBEW) - 1 Session

Aim: ​ To develop and increase understanding of the factors contributing to Social Behavioural and Emotional Wellbeing (SBEW) needs and how to support pupils presenting with such a profile of need in school.​ ​

Learning Outcomes:​ Familiarisation with a range of tools, resources and strategies to support pupils with SBEW needs.​ Development of an increased confidence to support pupils with SBEW needs.​

Location
Online Platform Microsoft Teams
Time 11.00- 12.30
Dates 01/10/2025, 04/11/2025, 03/12/2025, 07/01/2026, 04/02/2026, 04/03/2026

Overview of the Social, Behavioral and Emotional Wellbeing (SBEW) Chapter within the SEN Resource File

AIMS:

To outline the shift from managing behaviour to understanding and supporting children and young people experiencing SBEW needs
Provide guidance on establishing a whole school ethos firmly built on collective care, Trauma Informed Practice and the Principles of Nurture
To know and understand how developing proactive and collaborative approaches leads to an evolution in how support is provided to pupils experiencing SBEW needs

Course Details: Each individual member of staff attending must complete an individual registration. Registration for the first session in the course will automatically register the applicant for the subsequent sessions in the set.

PLEASE NOTE: This training takes place online using MS Teams on 2 separate days. Participants must attend BOTH dates in the applicable set of sessions. Links will be issued approximately one week prior to commencement of course.

24 September & 1 October 2025 - 2.15-4pm (each day)

26 November & 3 December 2025 - 2.15-4pm (each day)

28 January & 4 February 2026 - 2.15-4pm (each day)

4 March & 11 March 2026 - 2.15-4pm (each day)

27 May & 3 June 2026 - 2.15-4pm (each day)

SBEW & Neurodiversity

Our training hopes to:

Enhance your understanding of Neurodiversity
Further your understanding of Social Behavioural and Emotional Wellbeing needs
Look at how we can use neurodiverse language that is respectful, supportive and inclusive for neurodiverse individuals.
Explore how we can use inclusive teaching strategies supporting neurodiverse students with Social Behavioural and Emotional Wellbeing.

 

Course Details: Each individual member of staff attending must complete an individual registration. Attendance is only required at one session. Links will be issued approximately one week prior to commencement of course.

21 January 2026 - 14:00 - 16:00

18 February 2026 - 14:00 - 16:00

25 March 2026 - 14:00 - 16:00

Setting up a Specialist Provision - Post Primary Classroom

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Programme aims to provide staff from Specialist Provisions  with guidance on how to set up an Post Primary Specialist Provision classroom and support them to meet the needs of each individual pupil.

Approach:
Course participants will learn through a delivered presentation, interactive discussions, and experiencing a simulated learning environment. Electronic resources will be available on completion of training.
 
Course Structure/Content:

This session outlines three important areas for Specialist Provsion staff to consider when setting up their classroom.

1.  Physical Structure. 
2. Visual Timetables. 
3. Activity Systems. 

Each of these areas are covered in detail with real-life examples. 

SPS staff will model their use, followed by supporting discussion about how they can be adapted to suit your own individual classroom environment. 

Course Details:

Location: EA Centres

Time: 9.30am -3.30pm

Suggested Audience:

Post Primary Specialist Provision Staff, School Leadership Team, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCos)

An Overview of Quest and Q skills CCEA Assessment Framework

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Information Session aims to provide an overview of Quest and Q-Skills as a tool to assess pupils in a Specialist Provision  with a focus on using CCEA Assessment Frameworks within your classroom. 

Course Structure/Content:

This session has been specifically structured to support the following:     

1. Understand how to access CCEA Resources for SEN.

2. Understand the progression of the assessment continuum.

3. Explore the CCEA developmental stages, Quest, Q Skills & SEN Framework for Thinking Skills & Personal Capabilities.

4. Learn about CCEA work in development.

5. Learn how to access CCEA Curriculum Resources & Guidance.

Course Time:

3.00pm - 4.00pm

Suggested Audience: 

Early Years & Primary Specialist Provision Staff, Senior Leadership Team, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCo)

Course Details:

MS Teams

Supporting Learning in a Specialist Provision - Key Stage 4

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Programme aims to focus on how to support Specialist Provision staff in the tailoring of the delivery of the Northern Ireland Curriculum to meet the needs of pupils within a KS4 Specialist Provision, including potential pathway routes.

Course Structure/Content:

This session has been specifically structured to support the following -

1. Consider effective pupil- centered transition planning.
2. Highlight possible models of differentiated curricular delivery at KS4.
3. Signpost to relevant CCEA, other examination providers’ course offers and Department of Education Statutory documentation.

Time: 3.15pm - 4.30pm

Audience: Post Primary Specialist Provision Teachers, School Leadership Team, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCo)

Course Details:

MS Teams

Visual Timetables in a Specialist Provision - Post Primary

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Programme aims to provide an opportunity for Specialist Provision staff to explore how to implement  Visual Timetables within their Post Primary classroom to better support the individual needs of their pupils.  

Course Structure/Content:

This session has been specifically structured to support the following :       

1. To develop an understanding of visual schedules and the benefit for pupils.     

2. How to develop a pupil individual timetable.                                                 

3. Develop an understanding of the range and progression of schedules that may be required to meet individual pupil needs.

Course Details:

MS Teams

Length: 3.15pm - 4.00pm

Suggested Audience:  Post Primary Specialist Provision Staff, School Leadership Team, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCos)

Developing Activity Systems to Promote Pupil Independence in a Specialist Provision - Post Primary

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Programme aims to provide an opportunity for Specialist Provision staff to explore how to implement  Activity Systems within their Post Primary classroom to better support the individual needs of their pupils.  

Course Structure/Content:

This session has been specifically structured to support the following:

1. To develop an understanding of activity systems and the benefits for pupils.     

2. How to develop an activity system.                                                                                               

3. Develop an understanding of the range and progression of activity systems that may be required to meet individual pupil needs.

Course Details:

MS Teams

Length: 3.15pm - 4.00pm

Suggested Audience: Post Primary Specialist Provision Staff, School Leadership Teams, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCOs)

Visual Supports in a Specialist Provision - Post Primary

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Programme aims to provide an opportunity for Specialist Provision staff to explore how to implement  Visual Supports within their Post Primary classroom to better support the individual needs of their pupils. 

Course Structure/Content:

This session has been specifically structured to support the following:

1. Understand how visuals supports can be used.

2.Explore how visual supports can be used to develop social skills.

3.Understand how visuals can be used to indicate change in a pupil’s timetable.

Course Details:

MS Teams

Time: 3.15pm - 4.00pm

Suggested Audience: Post Primary Specialist Provision Staff, School Leadership Teams, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCOs)

An Overview of Social Skills & Friendships in a Specialist Provision

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Programme aims to  provide an overview of the support available from SPS to promote positive social skills and  friendships within in a Specialist Provision

Course Structure/Content:

This session has been specifically structured to provide an overview of the following SPS programmes supporting the development of pupil's social and friendship skills: 

1. Promoting Attention, Listening & Engagement  in a Specialist Provision

2. Developing language & fine motor skills through play dough in a Specialist Provision

3. Developing Social Skills through Lego / Duplo in a Specialist Provision 

4. Promoting Social Communication Skills in a  Specialist Provision.

Course Time: 

3.00pm - 3.45pm

Suggested Audience:

Early Years, Primary & Post Primary Specialist Provision Staff, Senior Leadership Team, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCo)

Course Details:

MS Teams

Physical Structure in a Specialist Provision - Post Primary

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY

Training Aim:

This Professional Learning & Development Programme aims to provide an opportunity for Specialist Provision staff to explore how to implement Physical Structure within their Post Primary classroom to better support the individual needs of their pupils.  

Course Structure/Content:

This session has been specifically structured to support the following -     

1. Understand the importance of structuring a Post Primary Specialist Provision classroom.           

2. Explore how the physical structure can be adapted.                                                         

3. Identify ways to label and organise resources and areas.                   

4. Explore ways to reduce distractibility to support pupil learning.

Course Details:

MS Teams

Time: 3.15pm - 4.00pm

Suggested Audience: Post Primary Specialist Provision Staff, School Leadership Team, Learning Support Coordinators (SENCos)