Resources, Training and CPD
A curated directory of podcasts, handbooks, and safeguarding programmes to support your professional development.
Professional Toolkit
The SEND Network Podcast
Amplifying voices across the sector to provide practical insight for your day-to-day work.
Listen Now →School Inspection Handbook
The definitive guide to graded and ungraded inspections in England under the Education Act 2005.
Read Handbook →Safeguarding & Equality
In 2024, reports of racism incidents in primary schools increased by 50%, with Year 5 seeing a particularly noticeable rise. Addressing online extremism and racist bullying is no longer optional—it is a safeguarding priority.
Parent Online Safety (LGfL)
Ready-to-use presentations and discussion starters to empower parents in the digital age.
Access TrainingPreventing Racist Bullying (ABA)
Guidance on handling difficult conversations following the xenophobic and Islamophobic riots of 2024.
View BlogResearch & Evidence
Educational Transitions
A Children's Society report linking school transitions (Years 6/7, 9/10, 11/12) to subjective well-being.
Read Report →Learning from Case Reviews
NSPCC insight into the cumulative effect of risk factors and the vital role of trusting relationships.
Learn from Reviews →Latest Safeguarding News
Zombie Knife Compensation Scheme
The 2024/25 scheme resulted in the surrender of 47,795 weapons across England and Wales, with over £685,000 paid in compensation.
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.