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Mark Else

My experience ranges from running playgroups for pre-schoolers to managing complex safeguarding caseloads within both mainstream and SEMH provisions. In addition to having worked within the education sector since 2018, I am currently studying for a Level 6 Youth Work degree.

85 articles
Free Virtual College Courses for Professionals Working with Children

Free Virtual College Courses for Professionals Working with Children

Explore free online courses for professionals supporting children. Enhance your skills in safeguarding, child development, education & well-being.

Written on 26 May 2025 for Professionals
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Their Lifelong Effects

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Their Lifelong Effects

Learn about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), their impact on child development, and how to support affected children through trauma-informed approaches. Expert insights & resources.

Written on 25 May 2025 for Professionals
A Comprehensive Positive Parenting Guide with Strategies

A Comprehensive Positive Parenting Guide with Strategies

Discover practical strategies for cultivating connection and building strong parent-child relationships. Learn effective positive parenting techniques to foster trust & understanding.

Written on 22 May 2025 for Parents
Albert Bandura's Social Learning Theory and its Impact on Child Development

Albert Bandura's Social Learning Theory and its Impact on Child Development

Discover how Bandura’s Social Learning Theory explains child development through observation, imitation, and modelling in today’s digital world.

Written on 21 May 2025 for Professionals
Exploring Freud’s Psychosexual Stages of Development | Child Psychology Guide

Exploring Freud’s Psychosexual Stages of Development | Child Psychology Guide

Learn about Freud’s Psychosexual Stages of Development and their impact on personality and child development. In-depth explanations & practical insights.

Written on 18 May 2025 for Professionals
Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory of Development | Child Psychology Guide

Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory of Development | Child Psychology Guide

Explore Erikson’s Psychosocial Stages of Development and their impact on child and adolescent growth. In-depth explanations, examples, and educational insights.

Written on 14 May 2025 for Professionals
Understanding Behaviours in Children with SEMH Needs

Understanding Behaviours in Children with SEMH Needs

Explore how behaviours in children with SEMH needs present, what drives them, and how to offer effective, trauma-informed support. Includes practical strategies and evidence-based insights.

Written on 12 May 2025 for Professionals
Supporting Children with Unresolved Trauma: A Comprehensive Guide

Supporting Children with Unresolved Trauma: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn to recognise hidden signs of unresolved trauma in children and discover trauma-informed strategies for fostering healing, safety, and connection.

Written on 10 May 2025 for Professionals
How to Respond When a Child Discloses Abuse

How to Respond When a Child Discloses Abuse

Discover practical steps to support and protect children after abuse disclosures. Read our comprehensive UK-based guide.

Written on 8 May 2025 for Professionals
Unmasking the Overlap: Could ADHD Really be Trauma?

Unmasking the Overlap: Could ADHD Really be Trauma?

Explore how trauma can mimic ADHD symptoms in children and why trauma-informed assessments are essential for accurate diagnosis and support. A must-read for parents, educators, and professionals.

Written on 6 May 2025 for Professionals