Course Feedback: “a more detailed support plan was given for working with younger children”
A teaching assistant in Essex, previously trained elsewhere, welcomed the detailed support plan for working with younger children, found the techniques useful and enjoyed trying them out during the course.
Course Feedback: “excellent practical guidance”
An alternative provision headteacher describes guidance that is practical and grounded in clear principles. After online study, training covered body language through to restraint, keeping dignity and respect central.
Inquiry mentions Foster Carer Training in Conflict and Physical Interventions
An inquiry into Dawn McKenzie’s death put training for foster carers first among its recommendations. Conflict communication and physical intervention should come early in a fostering career and be repeated later.
The Six Positive Handling Scenarios in Schools
Six situations that can call for force or positive handling in schools are introduced by Gerard O’Dea, who discusses the common scenarios staff may meet.
The Five Maxims for Effective Communication in the Classroom
The five maxims are to listen with all your senses, ask rather than tell, give context, offer options and allow a second chance. A teacher describes using them daily with special needs children.
Allegations and Teachers’ rights to Use Force
Deputy head Royden Cope restrained a violent pupil, was prosecuted for assault, then cleared. DfE guidance says all school staff may use reasonable force to prevent harm or maintain order.
TCI Therapeutic Crisis Intervention used on 16-year old killed in care
Corey Foster, 16, died after school staff used a Therapeutic Crisis Intervention hold on him. The post sets out UK guidance against prone holds, neck holds and anything that restricts breathing.