Episode 19 | The role of SENCOs and Support Staff with Michael Surr

In this episode, Mark Loveday is joined by Michael Surr to discuss what a Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENCO) does and how their role is very much planning rather than delivering the provision. Practical tips for practitioners Michael discusses the role everybody has to play in supporting all children and focuses on the importance of…

2 hours ago

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Episode 18 | SEN support challenges and barriers with Michael Surr

Mark Loveday is joined again by Michael Surr to talk about SEN in Primary Settings. In this episode, the pair talk about understanding SEN support and funding challenges as well as provision management. Practical tips for practitioners Mark and Michael talk about the importance of labels versus needs and teacher training, including support for new…

29 May 2025

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 17 | SEN Differences, Challenges and Strategies with Michael Surr

Mark Loveday is joined by Michael Surr to break down SEND categories and different needs, as well as strategies for inclusive teaching and transition. Practical tips for practitioners The pair look at common classroom challenges and highlight the importance of evaluating strengths of each child to understand how to deliver effective education. Practitioners can get…

22 May 2025

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Meet Podcast Guest: Michael Surr

Michael Surr joins our host Mark Loveday on Series 7 of the TTS Talking Educators' Podcast to discuss the SEN Landscape and what support is available. Michael has worked for nasen since 2016 and is currently Head of Education. His background is in primary education both in the UK and abroad. He has worked as…

19 May 2025

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 16 | The role of play in language development with Emma Jordan

Mark Loveday is joined by Emma Jordan for a final episode, to discuss the importance that play has on the language development of children. The episode highlights what high quality play really is and how crucial it can be in supporting the development of communication skills. Practical tips for practitioners Emma and Mark talk about…

15 May 2025

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 15 | Using technology to support communication with Emma Jordan

In this episode, Mark Loveday is joined by Emma Jordan to discuss how technology impacts communication in children, exploring ways which parents and practitioners can use it to help support child development. Practical tips for practitioners Emma and Mark talk about the importance of visual learning and sequencing when transitioning from early years to primary,…

8 May 2025

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Episode 14 | Addressing social communication challenges with Emma Jordan

Mark Loveday is joined again by Emma Jordan to discuss the understanding around social communication skills. Emma highlights the challenges that practitioners face and offers insights about actions to take. Practical tips for practitioners Emma and Mark talk about the role of play in language development and practitioners can learn how to support support children…

1 May 2025

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 13 | The importance of early intervention with Emma Jordan

Mark Loveday is joined by Emma Jordan, a specialist speech and language therapist and co-service lead for the children's speech and language therapy service in Worcestershire. In this episode, Emma explains the role of early intervention in education and identifying speech and language needs early. Emma also highlights the impact of communication on social and…

24 April 2025

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Meet Podcast Guest: Emma Jordan

Emma Jordan joins our host Mark Loveday on Series 7 of the TTS Talking Educators' Podcast to discuss Speech and Language Communication Needs in Primary Settings. Emma has worked for the NHS as a speech and language therapist for over 25 years and she is Joint Service Lead for the Children’s Speech and Language Therapy…

22 April 2025

Mark Loveday Podcast Podcast Series 7 TTS

Episode 12 | The role of educators in supporting Autistic Pupils with Beccie Hawes

Mark Loveday is joined by Beccie Hawes for a final episode, to focus on building inclusive environments for children with autism. Beccie discusses how crucial it is to support children at the earliest opportunity and the role of “inclusive by design” in a classroom setting. The episode highlights asking children what they really need, rather…

17 April 2025

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