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Special Educational Needs and Disability

An Introduction to Working with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Explore a career supporting learners with SEND

Are you passionate about making education inclusive and accessible for all? This course is a supportive introduction to working with individuals who have additional learning needs.

  • 2 weeks (Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 14:30)
  • North Lincolnshire

Who it’s for

Anyone considering a role in education, care or support services. This 10-day course gives you a strong foundation in understanding and supporting children and young people with SEND in educational or care settings.

What you’ll gain

  • Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care A foundation in understanding and supporting children and young people with SEND in educational or care settings.
  • The different types of special educational needs and disabilities
  • How to support individuals with empathy, patience and practical strategies
  • The importance of inclusive practice and person-centred care
  • Communication techniques, and how to build positive relationships
  • Basic health and care principles relevant to SEND environments
Pick a start date

Upcoming courses

3 start dates. Choose the one that suits you.

  • 5 Oct 2026

    Starts 5 October 2026

    • North Lincolnshire
    • 8 days, Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 14:30
    • Finishes 14 October 2026

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  • 7 Dec 2026

    Starts 7 December 2026

    • North Lincolnshire
    • 8 days, Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 14:30
    • Finishes 16 December 2026

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  • 12 Apr 2027

    Starts 12 April 2027

    • North Lincolnshire
    • 8 days, Monday to Friday, 09:30 to 14:30
    • Finishes 21 April 2027

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Dates are available throughout the year. Please contact the team for more information.

Getting on the course

Two ways to start

  1. Route 1 · Through the Jobcentre

    Ask your work coach

    Tell your work coach at the Jobcentre you'd like to do this course. They'll refer you to us and confirm your funding eligibility, and we'll be in touch to book your place and your start date.

  2. Route 2 · Straight to us

    Enquire direct

    Send us an enquiry using the form, or give the team a call. We'll talk through which course fits your goals, check you're eligible for free funding, and get you booked onto the next available date.

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Register your interest in this course

One short form. The team will be in touch to confirm your place.

You’re enquiring about An Introduction to Working with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

To ask about this course or book a place, get in touch with the team.

Call 01724 294124 or email adultskillsnlc@northlindsey.ac.uk