Dyslexia Action Training

 "Contrary to common belief, a career in dyslexia assessment is not just about running tests and writing reports; it’s about changing lives." Picturing a day full of quiet assessments and paperwork? Dyslexia assessors do so much more than just administer tests. Kate Sutton, a highly experienced assessor (and senior lecturer), walks us through; 🌟 The emotional rewards of the profession 🌟 Pre-assessment prep 🌟 Her top tips for managing assessment day activities 🌟 Key post-assessment tasks 🌟 The importance of empathy, communication, and a deep understanding of learning differences in this vibrant role. Interested in learning more about the day-to-day life of a dyslexia assessor? Check out this article for a glimpse into this fulfilling profession. 👇 https://lnkd.in/e2xvM2ay #dyslexia #assessor #education #learningdifferences

People with dyslexia experience it in different ways. Some, like Luke Hearne-Brown have an uncanny ability to read body language. He explains why understanding "what people want before they've asked you for it" can be very useful talent in the filmmaking industry. Find out more about Luke's journey to become a filmmaker and the positives he feels dyslexia has brought to his career. https://lnkd.in/ec52y7yx #DAW24 #dyslexiaawarenessweek

Come and visit us at the #TesSENDshow today and tomorrow. We'd love to have a chat about your routes to becoming a specialist teacher or dyslexia assessor - or just boosting your knowledge of dyslexia through our short CPD courses. Stand 135

"By leading by example, you show clients (especially younger ones) that their dyslexia is not a roadblock to success. It’s simply a different way of learning and thinking, and it doesn’t define their potential." Kate Sutton is a dyslexic assessor, APC reviewer, tutor and senior lecturer on a mission to inspire and support young people with dyslexia. 👉 Find out about her story and her creative approach to assessment: https://lnkd.in/eDxb4c9u #DAW24 #dyslexiaawarenessweek

"Being dyslexic while working as a dyslexia assessor is not just possible - it’s a superpower." This Dyslexia Awareness Week, Kate Sutton tells us how her lived experience of dyslexia (and being a parent to a dyslexic child) helps her: ✏ Share strategies from experience, not just textbooks ❤️ Build empathy with her clients 💭 Think creatively about how to adapt assessments and come up with unique solutions 🙋♀️ Help children and adults stay motivated and focus on their strengths Read Kate's story: https://lnkd.in/eDxb4c9u #DAW24 #dyslexiaawarenessweek

Sometimes a particular teacher can make all the difference when you are trying to engage with writing as a dyslexic learner. This was certainly the case for Luke Hearne-Brown a successful filmmaker and Co-Founder of Imprint Films. This Dyslexia Awareness Week he told us his story and about the teachers who kept him on track. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ephrKSM9 #dyslexiaawarenessweek #DAW24 #inspiration

“I went from being a really quiet little boy who just didn't want to speak to anyone, didn't have any confidence, was not sure about who he was, what he was doing…[..]. and within six months I was the lead in a stage show.” Luke Hearne Brown, Co-founder of Imprint Films, reflects on what it was like starting at Frewen College and how the teachers and nurturing environment had a transformative effect on his confidence. This Dyslexia Awareness Week we’re sharing his story to raise awareness of: 👉 the resilience of many young people with dyslexia 👉 how the right support can make all the difference 👉 why we need to hear the voices of dyslexic learners to champion their goals and help them get the most out of the education system Watch Luke tell his story - LINK in the comments. #DAW24 #dyslexiaawarenessweek

“A lot of people who struggle with dyslexia don’t always know where they are going with it because they’ve been pushed to the side. Especially with the language thing because we don’t always know how to communicate what we want or how we feel.” This Dyslexia Awareness Week, Luke Hearne Brown, co-founder of Insight Films talks to us about the importance of finding your voice and having a champion who can help you with your pathway through education. Luke didn’t have the best experience in primary school, but was lucky enough to get support from a specialist tutor in Year 5 and move on to a supportive secondary, setting him on a path to his dream course at Salford University. 👉 Watch the full interview to listen to his story: https://lnkd.in/ephrKSM9 #DAW24 #dyslexiaawarenessmonth

It's Dyslexia Awareness Week! This year's theme is "What's Your Story?" It’s only by listening to the individual experiences and personal goals of individuals with dyslexia that we better understand how to fully support them in schools, colleges, and the workplace. Luke Hearne Brown a successful filmmaker and co-founder of Imprint Films kindly spoke to us about his experience with dyslexia and some of the tutors and teachers who helped him stay in education. We talked about: 📌 the need to have a trusted person you can unmask with - a champion in your corner 📌 the tactics his tutors and teachers used to get him engaged with reading and creative writing, completing the GCSEs and A-Levels he needed to get onto a film production course at university 📌 how Luke changed his mindset, set himself goals and found a creative outlet for his talents 📌 the positive aspects of his dyslexia and how it has made him more resilient Watch the full interview to find out more. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ephrKSM9 #DAW24 #storytelling

We have teamed up with Real Training to offer a brand new maths programme! This maths certificate will enhance any existing SpLD / literacy qualifications and can be combined with other Real Training modules to achieve a Postgraduate Diploma or Master of Education. Our next cohort starts 15 September. Find out more here - https://lnkd.in/exkDineU #maths #learning #education #SpLD #Dyslexia #Dyscalculia