SEND Training Boosts Inclusion

Friday, 25 September 2026 — New government-backed SEND resources aim to empower all teachers

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SEND

Free SEND training materials launched for schools and colleges ↗

The government has released comprehensive SEND training resources backed by £200m funding to equip all teachers with strategies for inclusive education. This support covers speech, language, communication and wider inclusive teaching areas.

Source: FE News
Policy

Human skills crucial in AI era, says education minister ↗

With AI advancing fast, the government insists creative and vocational skills are vital. Minister Georgia Gould highlights the importance of human skills that machines can’t replicate.

Source: Schools Week
Policy

New GCSEs could widen inequalities if uptake is low ↗

Researchers warn that replacing technical awards with new GCSEs from 2029 risks increasing inequality unless take-up improves. This is a real red flag for policymakers.

Source: Schools Week
Leadership

Five board members resign from tutors’ membership group ↗

The Tutors’ Association faces upheaval after five board members quit, revealing tensions within the organisation. This shakes confidence in tutor representation.

Source: Schools Week
Al's Take
This SEND training rollout is a game changer for mainstream schools and post-16 settings. With £200m behind it, every teacher can now get practical support to help pupils with speech, language, communication and more. In practice, this means better inclusion without extra guesswork or cost.

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Jobs Spotlight

Assistant Principal (2027-2028) ↗
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Headteacher
Cardinal Primary School · Feltham, Greater London · L20 – L26 £89,801 - £103,335 (Outer London)
Primary Director of SEND Practice and Inclusion
Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust · Ashington, Northumberland · Leadership Scale L2 - L6
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Worth a Read

Young people, learning, and generative AI: A rapid literature review ↗

by Dr Matthew Hill

If you’re thinking about how AI impacts learners, this is a solid, well-rounded review worth a look. It cuts through the hype to what matters in schools.

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