Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) - LMP

Supporting education through SEND training

Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is one of the most pressing issues for the UK education system. Year on year, the number of pupils requiring SEND support has been rising and providing the right support is crucial in tackling the SEND crisis. Having qualified and trained staff within schools is key to ensuring that each pupil receives the appropriate care and education. LMP offers a range of SEND training programmes and short courses to support schools, parents and local authorities.

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FUNDED TRAINING PROGRAMMES

LMP Education offers several pathways for teaching assistants and support staff looking to specialise in supporting pupils with Special Education Needs Disabilities (SEND). These funded training programmes provide the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support SEND pupils by having a direct, positive impact on a child’s learning and development.

Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 3 Certificate

Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 4

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Course SEND Pathway
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 5 Certificate

Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 5 Certificate

Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5 with HLTA

FREE SEND Courses

LMP Education delivers a number of free short online SEND courses to help school staff and parents learn the specialise skills and knowledge to support individuals with SEND needs. Gain an accredited qualification recognised by employers and in education. Discover how to create inclusive environments, develop tailored strategies, and effectively address the unique challenges faced by people with SEND needs.

Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 2 Certificate

Understanding Autism
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 3 Certificate

Understanding Autism
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 2 Certificate

Working and Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Level 2 Certificate

Special Education Needs and Disabilities
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What the new DfE SEND reform document means for your school

In February 2026 the Department for Education (DfE) released its “Every child achieving and thriving” whitepaper alongside the “SEND Reform: Putting Children and Young People First” consultation document. These two documents outline upcoming plans to overhaul the current Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision in education. While the reforms are currently in the consultation stage, with the full changes set to take place over a decade, it’s crucial for schools and parents to be fully informed about the plans set.

SEND Reform
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Supporting Alternative Provision

LMP Action offers a range of Alternative Provision solutions to support learners who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream schools. Our alternative provision encompasses inclusion, restoration and self-awareness practices. We are experienced in delivering support to young people to help them reintegrate into mainstream education by using restorative practices, specialist programmes, vocational qualifications, and core subject learning, where attending mainstream education is not suitable.

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Support staff essential to tackling the SEND crisis

With the SEND crisis in the UK growing, there are many questions on everyone’s minds as to how to resolve it. This article by LMP Education discusses the main blockers in resolving the SEND crisis and how can the education system work together to address them. Click the link below to read the article.

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ADHD – The rise that’s affecting your classroom

According to ADHD UK there are 2.6 million people in the UK with ADHD. Out of those over 700,000 are children. These numbers are steadily rising alongside the rise in SEND pupils in UK schools. This rise highlights the need for adequate support for ADHD and similar neurodiverse diagnoses in order to help neurodivergent pupils and pupils with SEN. How can teachers and schools better support their pupils? This article will discuss how to be inclusive and create an environment where every learner can thrive.

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Are you interested in LMP’s SEND support?

If you would like to discuss further how LMP can support your organisation through specialised SEND support through training current staff or recruiting new talent, book a discovery call through the link below.

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