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SEND IASS provides FREE, confidential, impartial advice and support on all matters SEND related across education, health and social care in North Northants.

North Northants Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice, and Support Service (SEND IASS) is a statutory provision operating at arm's length of North Northants Council. We provide free, confidential, and impartial advice, guidance, and support to children and young people (0-25 years) with SEND, as well as their parents and carers. At North Northants SEND IASS, we empower chi

ldren and young people with SEND, along with their parents and carers, to understand their rights, fulfil their aspirations, and reach their potential. Our experienced team possesses extensive legal and localised knowledge across education, health, and social care. We provide a variety of flexible services, including training, advocacy, appeal tribunal support, referrals to statutory and voluntary agencies, access to local and national support groups, a telephone advice line available Monday to Friday, and in-person appointments. We are dedicated to strengthening our community identity and enhancing our collaborative relationships to meet needs and ensure the voices of our children, young people, and parents and carers are heard. Please like and follow our page to stay updated with our service and to access useful tools to support your SEND journey. Contact us on 0300 373 2532 or email [email protected] to discuss how we can assist you today.

04/09/2026

✨ 𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴! ✨

Are you highly organised, customer-focused and passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND and their families?

SEND IASS is recruiting a Triage and Administration Coordinator on 1-year fixed-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring children, young people and families receive timely information, advice and support. You will be the first point of contact for enquiries, supporting triage activity, coordinating administrative processes and helping to maintain a high-quality, responsive service. No two days are the same, and every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact.

🔶 Help children, young people and families navigate their SEND journey
🔶Join a supportive and passionate team
🔶 Use your organisational superpowers for a great cause
🔶 1-year fixed-term contract

If you are an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, this could be your SENDsational next step.

📅 Closing date: Wednesday 9th September
📅 Interview dates: 15th, 16th and 18th September

❗When completing your application, please ensure you demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements outlined in the job description and person specification. Applications that clearly evidence the essential criteria will be best placed to showcase their suitability for the role. ❗

🔗 Find out more and apply here: https://careers.northnorthants.gov.uk/jobs/job/SEND-IASS-Triage-and-Administration-Coordinator/9197

04/09/2026

Receiving feedback from the families we support helps us to reflect on the impact of our service and continue providing the best possible support. 🧡

Have you used our service before? Your feedback helps us grow and continue making a difference. You can leave a comment below, send us a message, or complete our quick feedback form here: https://shorturl.at/94kbv

04/09/2026

Parents and carers, here are 4️⃣ things you’ll learn in our upcoming webinar:

1️⃣ What Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is
2️⃣ The difference between ODD and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
3️⃣ Three strategies to apply at home and school

Sign up: https://bit.ly/3SDCSfd

03/09/2026

📢 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿: 𝗧𝘄𝗼 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝟭𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

There is still time to have your say on two Department for Education SEND consultations, both of which close on the 18th September 2026:

🔶 Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS) - seeking views on proposals relating to:

• EOTAS arrangements for children and young people with EHCPs
• Support for children unable to attend school due to health needs
• The use of accredited online education providers for alternative provision
• Future oversight, accountability and quality standards for EOTAS provision

🔶 Upfront Funding for Mainstream Schools: Creating a Local SEND Inclusion Formula - seeking views on proposals to:

• Increase the share of SEND funding provided directly to mainstream schools
• Support earlier intervention and more responsive SEND support
• Reduce delays and bureaucracy associated with accessing funding
• Introduce a new local SEND inclusion funding formula
• Explore changes to the current £6,000 SEND support cost threshold

The government has stated that no final decisions have been made, and consultation responses will help inform future policy development.

Whether you are a parent carer, child or young person, practitioner, school leader or SEND professional, this is an opportunity to share your experiences and perspectives on proposed changes that could impact the future SEND system.

Consultation links:

🔗 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-education-otherwise-than-at-school/send-reform-education-otherwise-than-at-school-what-parents-and-carers-of-children-and-young-people-need-to-know

🔗 https://consult.education.gov.uk/funding-policy-unit/upfront-funding-for-mainstream-schools-creating-a/consultation/intro/

02/09/2026

PICA is a condition that is not always widely understood, yet it can have a significant impact on a child or young person's health, safety and wellbeing. We are sharing this helpful information from Beat to raise awareness and help families and professionals learn more. 💙

02/09/2026

🔍 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman has published a report examining ADHD and autism services across England. The findings highlight issues including long waiting times, a lack of clear information about pathways and variation in support depending on where people live.

The report calls for stronger national guidance, improved coordination and clearer information to help people access assessment, diagnosis and ongoing support.

You can read the full report here: https://www.ombudsman.org.uk/publications/improving-adhd-and-autism-services-commissioning-confidence

01/09/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗢𝗻: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🍂

We have created this calendar to highlight SEND-related activities, support groups, webinars and family events taking place throughout September. We know opportunities can pop up throughout the month - if we come across new events, we'll share them. 💙

And if you know of something happening, tell us and we'll see if we can include it in future updates. 💙

01/09/2026

As September begins, many children and young people will be preparing to return to school, meeting new teachers, reconnecting with friends and settling into new routines.

For others, the start of the school year may look very different.

Some children and young people with SEND may be waiting for a school place, awaiting decisions about provision, experiencing difficulties with attendance, or facing challenges returning to education after a difficult period.

Whatever your family's situation, it is important to remember that support is available.

🔸 Every child's journey is different,
🔸 Settling into education can take time,
🔸 Working together can help achieve positive outcomes.

If you have questions about SEN Support, EHCPs, school placements, attendance, exclusions or other SEND-related matters, SEND IASS can provide free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support:

For information, guidance and easy to read resources, visit our website:
🌐 www.sendiassnorthnorthants.co.uk

You can also get in touch with us:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 0300 373 2532 (Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:30pm)

𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬:

Family Action's Back to School Guidance: https://family-action.org.uk/self-help/back-to-school-guidance-for-parents-of-children-with-send/

I.P.S.E.A's Back to School Hub: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/listing/category/back-to-school-hub?fbclid=IwY2xjawUDZz5wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMW5QVU1iUUxkZDN1bG80bW5zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeqGRaYJcFLpKHmnG3_m7F_3deSOZi3QXhHYQuQXMt2Q3A7SgOAM_Dm7rksQE_aem_zR57ZFVVmWwvk7a8Kcs9nA

I.P.S.E.A: Children who do not have a school place: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/children-who-do-not-have-a-school-place?fbclid=IwY2xjawUDZv9wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMW5QVU1iUUxkZDN1bG80bW5zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEedfTVHC17qoZpLkaSCoi9vFIOs-Z9u2p59_tVSsamH9Vvv2z8JPHM4PdBCsU_aem_8IRoH8Y1ZlSy1ew0jjovuw

28/08/2026

We are proud to provide free, impartial and confidential SEND information, advice and support to parent-carers, children and young people across North Northants. 🧡

Have you used our service before? Your feedback helps us grow and continue making a difference. You can leave a comment below, send us a message, or complete our quick feedback form here: https://shorturl.at/94kbv

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+443003732532

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https://www.sendiassnorthnorthants.co.uk/

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