How to Use Assessment for Learning in Schools

Education Teachers and Parents

When used effectively, assessment for learning, or AFL, can be a highly impactful teaching tool. Learn about the benefits, different types, and strategies here.

Feb 28, 2022
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How to Help Someone With Loneliness

Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Adults

Loneliness can have a significant impact on people of all ages, including their mental health. Find some tips for how to help someone with loneliness here.

Feb 23, 2022
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How to Promote Positive Mental Health for Healthcare Workers

Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Adults

Working in health and social care can mean facing a number of daily challenges. Find guidance on reducing stress in healthcare workers here.

Feb 18, 2022
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Special Educational Needs & Disability (SEND) Quiz

Education SEN Teachers and Parents

In order to support children with SEND, you need to feel confident in your knowledge of best practice in this area. Test your understanding here.

Feb 16, 2022
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What are Difficult Conversations in Health and Social Care?

Advanced Safeguarding Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Adults

Communication in health and social care is vital and an invaluable skill. Find guidance on dealing with communication scenarios here.

Feb 9, 2022
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How to Use the Engagement Model in Schools

Education SEN Teachers and Parents

It is now a statutory requirement for schools to use the engagement model. Learn more about its key principles and how it should be applied in schools here.

Feb 2, 2022
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How to Promote Oral Health Care in Care Homes

Health and Hygiene Safeguarding Adults

Oral health care is especially important to those working in care. Find guidance and access our free oral health care plan template here.

Jan 24, 2022
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ADHD Myths and Facts

Education SEN Teachers and Parents

A lack of understanding about ADHD can perpetuate many untruths. We outline some of the most common ADHD myths and confront them with facts here.

Jan 14, 2022
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Prevent Duty Guidance for Teachers: Free Resource Pack

Education Teachers and Parents

We’ve created a range of resources for educators, offering information and advice about the Prevent Duty strategy. Download our resource pack here.

Jan 12, 2022
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How to Prevent Falls in the Elderly

Safeguarding Adults

Falls can affect us all, but the elderly population is at increased risk of complications. Find guidance on how to prevent falls in the elderly here.

Jan 12, 2022
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Fundamental British Values: Prevent Strategy Ideas for Teachers

Education Teachers and Parents

All educators are required to instil fundamental British values as part of their duty under the Prevent strategy. This guide offers advice for teachers.

Jan 10, 2022
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What are Moving and Handling Policies in Health and Social Care: Guidance on Equipment

Health and Safety Legislation Safeguarding Adults

A moving and handling policy in health and social care is a key part of the working day for most carers. Find legislation guidance here.

Dec 29, 2021
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End of Life Planning in Health and Social Care: DNACPR, ADRT and ReSPECT

Advanced Safeguarding Safeguarding Adults

There are many motivations behind understanding the options available when it comes to end of life care. Learn what DNACPR stands for here.

Dec 27, 2021
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What is the Graduated Approach?

Education Safeguarding Children SEN Teachers and Parents

A Graduated Approach is recommended to ensure the needs of children with SEND are met. Find out how this works within an education setting here.

Dec 24, 2021
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Adverse Childhood Experiences: Guidance for Schools

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Education professionals should be aware of the possible impacts of adverse childhood experiences. Find guidance on how schools can support children here.

Dec 22, 2021
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Child Protection Photography Policy: Free Consent Form Template

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

A child protection photography policy can help to minimise the potential misuse of image sharing. Find guidance on how to follow the appropriate policies here.

Dec 20, 2021
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Activities for Care Homes: Free Planner and Ideas

Safeguarding Adults

Activities can make a huge difference for people in care homes. Discover some activity ideas and download a free care home activity planner here.

Dec 13, 2021
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The Prevent Strategy: Practical Tips for Managing Controversial Topics in the Classroom

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

This guide provides advice for educators on how to manage topics such as immigration, terrorism, war, religion and extremism in the classroom.

Dec 10, 2021
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What is the Local Offer?

Education Safeguarding Children SEN Teachers and Parents

The Local Offer was introduced to help improve the lives of children with SEND and their families. Find out how schools can contribute to it here.

Dec 8, 2021
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How to Help a Child With Dyscalculia in the Classroom

Education SEN Teachers and Parents

It is vital that children with dyscalculia are identified and supported as early as possible. Learn about how to support children with dyscalculia here.

Dec 6, 2021
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