ADHD Awareness for Schools Support Staff May 2026

5 – 6 May 2026

This course will be of benefit to members who work with young people who have (or may have) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and would like to increase their understanding of what ADHD is. It is delivered by a trainer with significant experience working as a teacher and senior manager in SEN schools with residential provision.

By attending this course, you will increase your understanding of ADHD and develop practical ways to work with young people with ADHD.

On completion of the course, you will be able to:

  • Have a better understanding of what ADHD is
  • Identify some of the main barriers and impacts of ADHD
  • Have a better understanding of ADHD assessment, diagnosis and possible treatments
  • Identify strategies and practical ways of adapting your practice when working with young people with ADHD
  • Have a range of strategies for working with young people who have ADHD and feel more confident in supporting positive behaviour
  • Feel more confident working with ADHD

This session will be delivered online via Zoom in two parts over two evenings – 4pm to 5.30pm on Tuesday 5th May and Wednesday 6th May.

Places for this session will be offered to members working in a school setting on a first come, first served basis.

To apply for a place please complete and submit the following form:

ADHD Awareness for Schools Support Staff May 2026

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