SENCOs have a notoriously busy role spinning many plates. Ginny Bootman, a SENCO working across four schools, joins Dale in this episode ‘Time saving tips for SENCOs’ to provide insights on how to work smarter, not harder.
“We want to actually be with the children, so by saving time in other ways, we get to spend more time with them, which is what it's all about.”
Ginny Bootman
Here are some highlights from our conversation:
Whether you're a seasoned SENCO or just starting in the role, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you reclaim your time and enhance your effectiveness.
I have been a teacher longer than I haven't, as a Headteacher, Senior Manager and Class Teacher and now as a SENCO of 2 Primary schools in Northamptonshire. My passion lies within all things concerned with empathy and the role which empathy plays in ensuring that all of those in school settings feel valued and listened to. I am an Associate of Undiscovered Country a team who help individuals manage change.
Ginny joined Dale live in our studio to present 2 CPD training sessions:
1. Making meetings work: for children; parents; SENCOs and schools
2. How SENCOs working across more than 1 school can benefit: children; parents; schools and SENCOs
Register your place now for just £10 per session which can be shared with your whole school.
Ginny's Book - Independent Thinking on Being a SENDCO: 113 tips for building relationships, saving time and changing lives
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