Educational Needs Assessment
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Conduct a real needs assessment for a student with additional learning needs using a recognised assessment framework (EHCP process in the UK, IEP eligibility assessment in the US, SSA in Australia, or equivalent nationally recognised framework). Proof requires: (a) a completed anonymised assessment report following the chosen framework (no student names, dates of birth, school identifiers, or any other identifying details — use a reference code), (b) documented evidence of the assessment tools used, why they were chosen, and how the results were interpreted, and (c) a SENCO's or special education coordinator's written sign-off confirming the assessment was conducted correctly under their supervision. This proof documents the STUDENT PRACTITIONER'S assessment skills — not the assessed student's personal profile. Requires current DBS/background check clearance. All identifying information anonymised.
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In your supervised SEND placement, conduct a structured educational needs assessment for one anonymised learner with your SENCO/supervisor's approval. Use a recognised assessment approach: observation across minimum three settings or subjects, review of existing records (with appropriate permissions), and a brief structured conversation with the learner (age and stage appropriate). Document your assessment methodology and findings in an assessment record. Maintain full anonymisation throughout.
Proof required
Submit your educational needs assessment record (methodology, observations from minimum three settings, record review notes, and learner conversation notes — all anonymised). Include SENCO/supervisor approval note.
What gets checked
- Assessment covers minimum three settings or subjects — not a single observation
- Record review and learner conversation are documented alongside observations
- Full anonymisation — pseudonym for learner, no school name, no parent names