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August 20, 2023

What is meant by Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)?

Social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs are a type of special educational needs in which children and young people have difficulties in managing their ...

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August 20, 2023

Key Principles for supporting Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

Key Principles for supporting SEMH: Adults should show curiosity and wondering aloud about the presenting behaviour and should model the use of restorative language, problem ...

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August 20, 2023

Universal support for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

Every school, health setting, social worker and community support worker will: Adapt and adjust behavioural expectations and responses to meet the child/young person’s SEND and ...

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August 20, 2023

Targeted SEND support strategies or interventions for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

The needs of some children/young people may require… Positive Support Plan Draw up a Positive Support Plan (PSP) that meets the needs of children and ...

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August 20, 2023

Suggestions for the SENDCO for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

Ensure increased dialogue with parents/ carers. Create family transition plans to ensure families can support transition. Assess, plan, do, review. Monitoring the impact of intervention. ...

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August 20, 2023

Assessment tools for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

There is a wide range of assessment tools and devices. The list below is not exhaustive but is indicative. Settings should use a consistent set ...

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August 20, 2023

Service offer or referral pathway for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

Outreach or Early Help referral Health services – consider a referral to GP or Neurodiversity pathway Family support worker Early Help Service /Targeted Help Young ...

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