There’s been a worrying increase in children struggling with their SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health needs) within schools. But – as teachers and educators – what’s the best way of empathising and engaging with them. and forming mutually trusting relationships?
In this podcast episode with Simon and Emma at School Behaviour Secrets Podcast, I am interviewed for top insights into dealing with challenging behaviour directly linked to SEMH needs in schools.
“If we can start our approach to behaviour as an additional need or a barrier that we get to remove so that our young people can access education, it can be so useful”
Approx listening time – 42mins.
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