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  • Children’s Overnight Short Break Residential Homes

    on the headings at the bottom of the page for more information on each home. How do you apply for this service? As children’s short breaks homes are highly regulated there is a strict admission process as set out in the Children Act 2004. Parent carers cannot apply for provision directly to the homes because a qualified social worker must complete an assessment of need and create a plan prior to placement. The process for entry to a residential short breaks home is as follows: Contact your social worker if you have one. If you do not have a social worker then contact the Hub on 0114 273 4855. A qualified Social Worker will be in touch to perform an assessment. The social worker will make recommendations to their Senior Fieldwork Manager for approval. If approved this will be taken to the Residential Placement Panel to ensure the home best placed to meet you child / young person’s…

  • What is masking?

    . This is whether they know they are doing it or not. Yet masking is exhausting. You do not have to have a special educational need or disability to mask. Masking can be used as a way to cope by everyone in some areas of their lives. Pupils can become quite adaptive at masking during the school day… once they are home. The strategies recommended could help empty that bucket throughout the day. This will help prevent reaching crisis point at home. We hope a young person is supported to understand that all humans have different likes, dislikes and preferences in social situations. Recommended…

  • Sheffield Libraries (includes What's On)

    Sheffield Libraries offer a range of activities and events throughout the year. For children and young people they run autism friendly sessions. For adults they have a visually impaired reading group. All of the children’s activities that they host are inclusive and suitable for children of all abilities. All council run libraries are also accessible for wheelchair users. Take a look You can find more information on the Sheffield City Council website for Libraries and Archives . This will open a new link. Scroll down to the bottom and there is a section called What's On. Book on Sheffield Libraries events You can book on Sheffield Libraries events using this link: Libraries Sheffield Events | Eventbrite…

  • Student Stress: Self-help tips

    not to worry about the future or compare yourself with others. Learn to relax. If you have a panic attack or are in a stressful situation, try to focus on something outside yourself, or switch off by watching TV or chatting to someone. Relaxation and breathing exercises may help. Try to resolve personal problems by talking to a friend, tutor or someone in your family. Read about how to cope with the stress of exams. For more tips on beating stress, check out these 10 stress busters. The NHS Choices Moodzone has eight free mental wellbeing podcasts or audio guides that may help you…, and that's not only distressing for you, but means a lot of wasted effort. Find out more about tackling student mental health issues. Article provided by NHS Choices See original on NHS Choices…

  • Apprenticeships, Traineeships and Supported Internships

    will need to have achieved GCSE grades A-C or 9-4 or equivalent or continue to work towards this as part of the apprenticeship. Young people with an EHC plan are exempt from passing in order to progress. The government made English and maths an extra requirement (something you must achieve to complete your apprenticeship). If a young person has/had an EHC plan, there may be some flexibility around the maths and English requirement. This can be discussed with the employer or training provider. What is involved: Apprenticeships allow you to learn whilst working. You earn a wage and gain experience in a job you would like to work in whilst also studying, giving you a qualification at the end of your learning. Who provides this: Local colleges, universities and private training providers. Some local authorities, including Sheffield City Council, also offer apprenticeships. For further…

  • 1) Help with finding and keeping a job Transition Guide

    1) Help with finding and keeping a job - Transition Guide help-with-finding-and-keeping-a-job Employment Getting work experience and developing skills for a job is very important. It can also help employers see the skills that you can bring to their organisation. Meeting employers Schools and colleges should help you have opportunities to meet with employers during your time in education. They have a duty to do this. This is an area which is inspected by Ofsted. This could be: an employer coming to the school or college to talk to you about their job help with a project give you opportunities for a mock interview or mentor you Many schools hold careers fairs where students get the chance to talk to lots of employers in one day. Workplace experiences You should also have the chance to do some workplace experience during your time in education. This can be anything from…

  • Learning to drive

    learning-to-drive Learning to drive is an exciting time. It offers a chance to become more independent in how you choose to travel. Having a special educational need or disability does not stop you from learning to drive. There can be more to think about such as: do you need a car that is specially adapted do you need an instructor that has experience of teaching people with additional needs do you need an instructor who knows British Sign Language should you learn to drive in an automatic or manual gear car How do I get started? You need a provisional licence to start… for a provisional driving licence by clicking on the below image. Choosing a driving instructor It is important you choose a driving instructor who works with and for you. It is a good idea to speak to the driving instructor before you book any lessons to talk about what extra support you need…

  • Sheffield's Local Offer

    The Local Offer is part of the Sheffield Directory. It contains information for children, young people and families and for adults. You can look at the website through smart phones and tablets. The Local Offer has lots of information and services. This supports children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities aged 0-25. It includes: services and advice provided by the Local Authority. services and advice provided by the health service. services provided by the voluntary and private sectors. Extra information is available for young adults. The Sheffield Local Offer offers advice to help young people make choices. Advice about things that are important to them, such as: where to live transport social activities work and training moving into adulthood. Who is it for? The Local Offer is for parents and carers of children and young…

  • Housing Transition Guide

    Housing - Transition Guide There are different options for where young people with SEND can live in Sheffield. If you have a social worker, you can talk to them about these options too. Click on the dropdown options to find out more. Care and support at home Some people need care and support…-term placements – with you becoming part of someone’s household and family In Sheffield this is known as Shared Lives. Talk to your social worker to find out more about living with or visiting an approved carer in their home. If you do not have a social worker but want to find out more, please… for this. It would depend on your income and savings. Supported living accommodation is arranged by social workers. They can talk to you about what you want to achieve, where you want to live and who you want to live with. If you do not have a social worker but want to find out more, please contact the First…

  • Buying a home

    If you need help to buy a home it may be worth looking at some of the schemes available. These can make owning a home more affordable. The Government has more information about these housing schemes. Click on the image to find out more. Finding a home You can find homes to buy in Sheffield on property websites. Shared Ownership One of the most popular schemes to help you buy your home is Shared Ownership . Shared Ownership is where you buy a share of a property and rent the rest of it. This can sometimes be cheaper than renting from a private landlord. Shared Ownership does not mean you have to share your home with other people, unless you want to. The Home Ownership for People with Long-Term Disabilities (HOLD) scheme in England could help you buy a home for sale on shared ownership. This is if you have a long-term disability. Properties available for shared ownership…