NPQs (ID 1032)

• NPQ For SENCos
  NPQ For SENCos

  NPQ for SENCos

  We are excited to announce that we will be delivering the new NPQ for SENCOs across North East London in partnership with Best Practice Network.

  Replacing the NASENCO qualification, this programme promises to equip SENCOs and Senior Leaders with the cutting-edge expertise and leadership skills needed to navigate the evolving SEND landscape and champion inclusive practices within their schools.

  Designed in collaboration with leading experts and informed by the latest evidence, the NPQ curriculum will delve into key areas such as:

  • Strategic Leadership: Fostering a collaborative school culture that prioritises inclusive education and empowers all stakeholders
  • Expert SEND Knowledge: Mastering the intricacies of the SEND framework, legislation, and best practices to ensure seamless support for students with diverse needs
  • Effective Collaboration: Building strong partnerships with teachers, parents, and external agencies to create a network of support for students

  Who is it for?

  • Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinators (SENCOs)
  • Teachers interested in developing expertise in special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or undertaking a SENCO role in the future
  • School leaders

  Benefits for participants

  • Facilitation and support from experienced SEND professionals
  • Purpose-built virtual learning environment equipped with interactive resources and discussion boards, fosters engagement and collaboration beyond the classroom
  • Support to pass the final assessment
  • Content contextualised for your locality and updated to reflect national developments and legislation
  • Assessment tasks that involve professional enquiry into relevant aspects of your school’s current practices
  • Flexible delivery arrangements according to needs and circumstances

  Benefits for schools - develop leaders who

  • Are strategic leaders within their schools, playing a pivotal role in shaping whole-school teaching practices and fostering inclusive environments where pupils with SEND can thrive
  • Have the skills necessary to successfully implement sustainable changes intended to secure improved pupil outcomes
  • Recognise the importance of having a secure evidence-base to underpin their strategic decision-taking and is familiar with the science of learning
  • Shares common understandings and a shared professional language with other leaders in your school - the 'golden thread' of professional development

  Scholarship funding eligibility

  All maintained schools in England are eligible for limited scholarships for NPQ for SENCOs, however, for the Autumn 24 cohort there has been a change to DfE funding and scholarships are limited to a number of funded spaces nationwide.

  *The option for schools to self-fund is also available

  *To have the best chance of a fully funded place on the NPQ for SENCOs programme for Autumn 24, apply before 30^th June*

  Applications

  When completing your NPQ for SENCOs application form please ensure you nominate Flourish Specialist Education Services as your chosen delivery partner from the drop-down list e.g. 

  Register interest and apply below
  NPQ for SENCOs

  We look forward to supporting you on your NPQ journey!!

• Leadership NPQs
  Leadership NPQs

  Leadership NPQs

  We are excited to announce that we will be delivering a package of Leadership NPQs across North East London in partnership with Best Practice Network.

  These courses include:

  The School Leader Programme (NPQSL) Level 5 apprenticeship - for school leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a senior leader with cross-school responsibilities. Although the role varies, many senior leaders contribute to all aspects of the school through the leadership team as well as having a specific whole school responsibility of their own. This means the role is often both operational and strategic and relies on working with and through colleagues (in particular, through middle leaders) to ensure every pupil gets an excellent education. Please see link for applications: School Leader Programme with NPQSL | Best Practice Network

  The Headteacher Programme (NPQH) Level 7 apprenticeship – a dual award which is mapped the DfE’s NPQ for Headship (NPQH) to the Level 7 Senior Leaders Standard. This means you will be undertaking two prestigious awards concurrently, providing you with even more resources to excel in your career. Please see link for applications: Headteacher Programme with NPQH | Best Practice Network

  The benefits for participants include:

  • Access to 1:1 coaching and content
  • Extending your leadership training
  • Gaining an additional qualification
  • Training at no cost to your school

  We look forward to supporting you on your NPQ journey!!

  

• NPQ Apprenticeships
  NPQ Apprenticeships

  NPQ Apprenticeships

  • Executive Leader Programme with NPQEL
  • Headteacher Apprenticeship with NPQH
  • Leader Apprenticeships with NPQS
  • School Leader Programme with NPQSL

  For more information on these courses please check out our brochures: 
  Leader Apprenticeships Brochure spreads.pdf

  Interview with Programme Manager:

  • Length: 4:37 minutes
  • About: Find out a little bit more about Programme Manager Ant Welch discusses the benefits of the Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs
  • YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/DhwgU51uTbE

  Interview with Lead Facilitator

  • Length: 3:34 minutes
  • About: Find out a little bit more about our Lead Facilitator Laura Saunders. Laura then discusses the benefits of the Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs
  • YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/RR2Klum5yu8

  IThe Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs in 1 minute!

  • Length: A little over a minute!
  • About: Lead Facilitator Laura Saunders tries to list all of the benefits of the Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs in just 1 minute!
  • YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/qObC7roGg_M

  

  FEEDBACK STATISTICS

  95% of participants would recommend completing an NPQ programme with Best Practice Network

  97% of participants thought time invested in the NPQ programme was worthwhile

  91% of participants have continued to utilise the evidence-informed research and strategies from the programme

  66% of participants said the programme had an overall positive impact on their workload

  89% of participants said the leadership skills and behaviours gained from the NPQ programme had positively impacted the quality of teaching within their team/school

  89% of participants said the leadership skills gained from the NPQ programme had positively impacted

  department/school culture and wellbeing

  78% of participants said the NPQ programme had a positive impact on academic outcomes

  82% of participants said the NPQ programme has had positive outcomes for students – i.e., non-academic outcomes

  https://youtu.be/DhwgU51uTbE