Some fantastic points were raised during the open mic session! Always beneficial to get the community talking amongst each other.

And that brings the Spring Virtual Conference to a close. Huge thanks to all speakers and attendees for joining us this morning. #NNoSSMeeting

@paulineaitchison.bsky.social is part of a working group looking at the future of high needs funding, and #NNoSS members have contributed significantly to this conversation.

Now, #NNoSSMeeting attendees are in breakout rooms to further discuss and debate: "Redesign High Needs Funding in England."

On the topic of violent behaviour, Joanna explains that a recent UNISON survey revealed that 72% of staff in special schools have personally experienced violent behaviour in the past 12 months.

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Now hearing from Joanna Parry (National Officer, Education Team, @unison.org.uk).

Joanna is sharing key updates on UNISON's campaigns for school support staff, including addressing health needs in schools, violent behaviour, and teacher cover. #NNoSSMeeting

Ben shares some top tips around fostering positive relationships with Trade Unions, allowing attendees to reflect on their own current relationships and map out where improvements could be made.

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Now hearing from Ben Greene (Associate, Browne Jacobson)
for a session on Industry Relations.

Ben will discuss recent trends in trade union activity and share some top tips for how we can build effective working relationships with a trade union. #NNoSSMeeting

"We hear constantly that the ‘SEND SYSTEM IS BROKEN!’ ...but is it broken? Or is it just maxed out, working way above capacity, with education picking up gaps in other services.

"So to ‘FIX’ we must also consider the role health and social care plays."

#SEND #NNoSSMeeting

🌺 @paulineaitchison.bsky.social welcomes everyone to the second #NNoSSMeeting of 24/25

"Thank you for your dedication in joining us online, for staying connected with your peers & for the continued time & support you offer one another. You truly are the heart and soul of this incredible community."