The intervention - is divided up into 7 sessions, covering different aspects of the programme. The student pack - contains between 19 - 24 worksheets which enable the student to develop skills, log their thoughts and feelings and to form the basis of the discussions. The facilitator pack - accompanies the student pack contains roughly 35 - 40 pages which support the worksheets, suggesting what to discuss, which issues to cover and how to encourage good debate. AIMS OF INTERVENTION This intervention is all about how to motivate a student; to get them fired up and excited for their future. It is designed to look at aspects of their personality and what they ‘normally’ do and reroute them onto a more positive path. It covers different aspects of goal setting and covers obstacles to achieving them. Ultimately the desired outcome is a more confident, positive student who can make plans for their future which they can strive for and achieve. FACILITATOR NOTES Motivating students is a difficult task, the intervention has been planned and designed to lead the students through a process of discovery and to ultimately equip them with the skills and tools to be more motivated and successful students. I have included extra information which is not included in the main programme, this is to use as and when you feel necessary throughout the programme or as an additional session with a difference. REFERRAL CRITERIA Difficulty making decisions Lacks motivation Is well below expected outcomes Has no plans, for their future BASIC OVERVIEW OF THE INTERVENTION SESSIONS 1. Am I motivated to succeed? Establishing the basis of normal behaviours and motivations of the student. 2. Bad habits. Looking at patterns of behaviour and how establish habits control thoughts and actions. 3. Priorities in life. Establishing what is important in life, discussion goals and becoming proactive about change. 4. Goals. Looking forward to the future and how you can make positive changes in choices and priorities. 5. Heroes and good habits. What is good, heroes in life and looking at good habits to strive for in life. 6. Me only better. Looking at what is important, what choices in life can be made and changed and looking at a more positive picture of me. 7. Follow up. Discussing progress and planning the next steps.

The intervention - is divided up into 12 sessions, covering different aspects of the programme. The student pack - contains 12 worksheets which enable the student to develop skills, log their thoughts and feelings and to form the basis of the discussions. The facilitator pack - accompanies the student pack contains roughly 24 - 40 pages which support the worksheets, suggesting what to discuss, which issues to cover and how to encourage good debate. AIMS OF INTERVENTION This intervention programme is aimed at tackling poor attendance; carrying out the attendance groups during form time, to be able to monitor their attendance weekly. The sessions enable short bursts of relevant discussion that hold their interest and alter their view point, with no more lessons missed. The ultimate aim is to improve each student’s attendance. FACILITATOR NOTES For these sessions you will need access to the student’s attendance records and to familiarize yourself with the school’s attendance policy and liaise with the attendance officer to identify students and any possible issues to be aware of. REFERRAL CRITERIA Attendance below 85% Persistently late for school Persistently late for lessons *Check with attendance officer if there are any exclusions, due to an ongoing medical issues. BASIC OVERVIEW OF THE INTERVENTION SESSIONS 1.Expectations and rules – general overview of the course and its aims. 2.Views on attendance – how the students see attendance in general. 3.School in general – are there wider issues affecting their attendance at school. 4.Patterns of absence – to see if there are any ‘patterns’ to their absence. 5.% absence and figures – how days off stack up and affect their attendance percentage. 6.Mid way review/celebration – A review of student’s progress and achievements thus far. 7.How ill am? What is the aim? – encouraging the student to come in if they are just a bit ‘ill’. 8.Lates, how do they affect jobs? – looking at how this impacts their future? 9.Jobs etc – continuing the theme from last week’s session. 10. Attitudes questionnaire – has their attitude improved since they have been in the group? 11.Views on – looking at truancy and the dangers it involves. 12. Celebration/graduation – success from the group and choices for the future.

The intervention - is divided up into 7 sessions, covering different aspects of the programme. The student pack - contains between 19 - 24 worksheets which enable the student to develop skills, log their thoughts and feelings and to form the basis of the discussions. The facilitator pack - accompanies the student pack contains roughly 35 - 40 pages which support the worksheets, suggesting what to discuss, which issues to cover and how to encourage good debate. AIMS OF INTERVENTION This course is aimed at establishing a ‘relationship’ with a difficult student; looking at who and what they trust and why they make the decisions which get them into trouble. It differs from other ‘About me’ interventions as it’s main focus is on poor behavior, difficult relationships, poor decisions and choices of the student. This file is for students who get into trouble on a regular basis and they need to be redirected onto a more positive path. FACILITATOR NOTES This course digs quite deep into the student’s life and who is in it; you would benefit from looking at their files and seeing who lives with them and any difficult events which they have had to endure. Prepare yourself for possible student out bursts or eruptions of emotion whilst they go through the process. REFERRAL CRITERIA Swearing at staff Persistent refusal to follow instructions Any level of verbal/physical abuse Violent outbursts BASIC OVERVIEW OF THE INTERVENTION SESSIONS 1. Getting to know me – how the student views themselves, school and those around them. 2. Who do I need? – This session focuses upon who is important in their lives, good and bad! 3. Who am I? – This session is regarding what aspects of the student’s personality, affects their actions and attitude towards anger. 4. Red mist – This session is recognising that anger is often at the heart of poor behaviour, so how does anger affect them? 5. Stuck in the middle – This session deals with looking at behaviours from a different perspective. 6. Look at all that I have – This session is all about looking at what they can change and to plan for issues and deal with them, when they come up. 7. Ongoing support – looking to the future using the lessons learned.

GIVE ME STRENGTH KS3/4 - PROGRAMME OVERVIEW The student pack - contains between 19 - 24 worksheets which enable the student to develop skills, log their thoughts and feelings and to form the basis of the discussions. The facilitator pack - accompanies the student pack contains roughly 35 - 40 pages which support the worksheets, suggesting what to discuss, which issues to cover and how to encourage good debate. The intervention - is divided up into 7 sessions, covering different aspects of the programme. AIMS OF THE INTERVENTION This is an intervention aimed at students who suffer from low confidence, anxiety, phobias and are generally lost in their world. It differs from many of the programme because it focuses more on them and how they navigate their world; aiming to establish triggers to their behaviour and addressing them giving the student skills and tools to escape from their negative world. FACILITATOR NOTES These students tend to be unsure of themselves and extremely vulnerable; so managing them through this intervention programme will be a delicate task. They will likely be different sorts of phobia and anxiety etc, but hopefully they will find reassurance and support from their peers and grow in confidence as a result. BASIC OVERVIEW OF THE INTERVENTION SESSIONS 1. How strong am I? - Getting to know you basics, with an emphasis on feelings and emotions. 2. What pushes my buttons? - Seeking out possible negative events and issues which may have influenced the anxiety and phobia. 3. What is my go to response? - Establishing what the ‘normal’ behaviour is and discussing alternatives. 4. What are my triggers? - Looking at what/who may be triggering the situations, feelings and difficulties. 5. How do I want to be? - Continuing the reframing and alternative positive framework for the future. 6. The way forward - Cementing the positives and making plans for future issues. 7. Follow up - General, but ongoing positive focus. SPECIAL NOTE This is an area of need which I believe is growing, in an ever demanding world weighing down upon young people. I believe that all children would benefit from this programme through PHSE maybe, because as stated it isn’t always those who ‘shout the loudest’ who are most in need.

This resource discuss different aspects of bullying, it covers teasing, bullying, victims, bullies and cyber bullying. It is the ideal resource to promote a discussion which covers all aspects involved, It would suit years 3 upwards the differentiation is in how the worksheet is explained and answered by the students.

This resource is designed to get children thinking about being proactive when they are feeling; sad. depressed and downright fed up!! It challenges them to try somethings which may help make them feel better. It includes a child worksheet and a facilitator plan about the worksheet. It links in to ; positive mental health, building resilience and bolstering self esteem.

This is a detailed guidance sheet for any practitioners conducting small group work. It describes each stage of the planning process; it is useful to have a check list so that you don't miss any stage out. It is basically an information sheet providing information.