Developing RSE Specialism in SEND schools
Online programme starts 8th May - please refer to full set of session dates provided in this link.
This in-depth programme is designed by the Sex Education Forum for teachers of RSE in special schools working with learners with moderate to severe learning disabilities, and Autistic Spectrum Conditions.
Starting with a welcome session on 8th May 2025, this online programme is built around a core of three full days of training during Summer 2025. Details of the programme structure and content are provided below, and a flier is available (see below) to download and share.
The programme includes:
- Welcome session to meet your fellow participants, tailor objectives for the course and develop working together agreement
- Three full days of SEND specialist RSE training delivered by Senior RSE Specialist Rachael Baker
- Activities to carry out in school between the full day events, to further develop your training experience and support you to cascade your learning to colleagues
- A final session where participants will bring and share their experiences of delivering RSE
- You will also receive slides of all sessions, guidance and ideas to try in the classroom, opportunity to have your questions answered, and signposting to useful resources.
Programme objectives
Teachers participating in the programme will be supported to:
- Become skilled in developing an inclusive and comprehensive RSE curriculum for learners with significant additional needs, including what to teach and how to teach it, how to approach 'tricky' topics, and how to ensure a consistent and cohesive school-wide approach.
- Gain understanding of the statutory RSHE guidance and the particular considerations for learners with SEND, considering best practice for effective RSE and the research evidence underpinning the curriculum.
- Take a relationships-focussed and rights-based lens to the curriculum, supporting you to develop a meaningful curriculum fostering independence, and developing skills to navigate adult relationships when your learners are old enough and ready.
- Gain confidence and skill in selecting, adapting and creating classroom resources.
- Become a successful RSE champion in your school, bringing together your school community including families and support staff.
- Form a community of practice with RSE leads in similar settings and share ideas and best practice.
- Work closely with RSE expert and SEND specialist, Rachael Baker, with opportunity to address specific aspects of your provision
Structure of the course
The course will consist of 5 sessions all of which will be remote, delivered via Zoom.
Cost per participant: £595 for members, or £625 for non-members
How to book your place:
Email info@sexeducationforum.org.uk to start the booking process. You will then receive a link to an electronic booking form. Payment for the programme is via invoice direct to your school.
Want Further support?
Browse the SEND Support page on THL