Empowering SENCOs with Expert Guidance
Navigating the world of SEND can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re a newly appointed SENCO finding your feet or an experienced leader handling complex cases, our personalised mentoring sessions are here to support you.
Designed specifically for education professionals in SEND roles, these sessions offer a safe space to reflect, plan, and grow with guidance from someone who truly understands your responsibilities.
🔍 What You Can Expect:
- 🔹 One-to-One Guidance: Focused sessions tailored to your specific challenges, goals, and priorities.
- 🔹 Flexible & Practical: Get real-world, implementable strategies you can use straight away—no fluff.
- 🔹 Trusted Expertise: Led by Abigail Hawkins, a nationally recognised SENCO with over 25 years of hands-on experience.
- 🔹 Limited Availability: Sessions are in high demand—pre-book to secure your preferred time.
💬 More Than Just Advice
Mentoring with Abigail is about more than answers—it’s about helping you find clarity, build confidence, and take meaningful action in your role. Whether it’s strategy, leadership, or problem-solving, you’ll leave each session feeling empowered, not overwhelmed.
Why Choose our SENCO Mentoring?
Being a SENCO is one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles in education. From navigating EHCP processes to managing SEND provision, it often feels like there’s never enough time or support. That’s where mentoring can make a real difference.
💬 Expert Guidance: Learn from an experienced SENCO who understands the pressures and demands of the role.
🎯 Tailored Support: Sessions are designed around your specific needs—whether it’s SEND law, leadership, or practical classroom strategies.
🛠 Actionable Advice: No theory overload—just clear, practical solutions that you can apply immediately.
⏳ Save Time & Reduce Stress: Get answers faster, avoid common pitfalls, and gain confidence in your decisions.
💡 For New & Experienced SENCOs: Whether you’re just starting out or need a fresh perspective, we’re here to help.
🔹 “This mentoring session gave me so much clarity! I walked away with practical steps I could implement immediately.” – SENCO
How It Works: Simple & Flexible Support for SENCOs
We know how busy SENCOs are—that’s why we’ve made the mentoring process as simple and effective as possible. Each session is structured to give you the support you need, exactly when you need it.
🔹 Step 1: Book a Session
Choose a date and time that works for you using our online booking system. Availability is limited, so we recommend securing your slot in advance.
🔹 Step 2: Tell Us What You Need
Before your session, you’ll answer a few short questions so we can tailor the mentoring to your specific challenges. This helps us maximize your time and focus on what matters most.
🔹 Step 3: Meet Your Mentor
Join your one-to-one session online via Teams. You’ll receive expert guidance, problem-solving strategies, and practical next steps to help you move forward with confidence.
🔹 Step 4: Follow-Up Support
After the session, you’ll receive actionable advice and may be signposted to additional resources to support your next steps.
💡 Whether you need reassurance, strategic advice, or help with a specific challenge, our mentoring sessions are designed to be impactful and immediately useful.
SENCO Mentoring Options & Pricing
Our mentoring sessions are designed to be flexible, practical, and tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking for quick expert guidance or a deep-dive mentoring session, we’re here to support you.
📌 One-to-One Mentoring Options
| Session Type | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One-off session | 30 minutes | £50 |
| Full-day mentoring | 6 hours | £550 |
🔹 School Members can access a 20% discount on mentoring services – this must be requested separately before booking.
🔹 All sessions take place online via Teams.
🔹 Payment is taken at the time of booking.
💡 If you’re a School Member looking to book at a discounted rate, please contact us before making your booking.
Who is Mentoring For?
Our mentoring sessions are designed for anyone working in SEND who needs expert guidance, practical solutions, or just a sounding board to navigate challenges. Whether you’re new to the role or an experienced SENCO, our sessions can provide the clarity and confidence you need.
🔹 Ideal for:
✅ New SENCOs – Get to grips with your responsibilities and develop confidence in your role.
✅ Experienced SENCOs – Tackle complex cases, refine strategies, and gain fresh perspectives.
✅ School Leaders & TAs – Support best practices in SEND across your school.
✅ SENCOs Facing Challenges – EHCPs, tribunal concerns, funding issues, and difficult cases.
✅ Those Feeling Overwhelmed – Get expert reassurance and a clear action plan.
💡 No question is too small—whether you need guidance on a specific case or long-term strategy, our mentoring is here to help.
🎓 School Members Save 20%
If your school has a SENsible SENCO membership, you're entitled to 20% off all mentoring sessions.
Discount automatically applies when logged in with a school account.
Meet Your Mentor
When you book a mentoring session, you’re not just getting advice—you’re gaining insight from an experienced professional who understands the realities of being a SENCO.
👩 Abigail Hawkins
✅ Over 25 years of SENCO experience across all phases of education.
✅ Recognised expert in SEND – consultant, speaker, and advocate.
✅ Specialist in:
- EHCPs & funding applications
- SEND leadership & whole-school strategy
- Practical classroom adaptations & reasonable adjustments
- Supporting new and experienced SENCOs
💡 Abigail is known as the “Mother to all SENCOs” for her nurturing, no-nonsense, and deeply knowledgeable approach to supporting SEND professionals.
📍 Sessions are one-to-one and confidential, providing a safe space to discuss challenges and find solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We know you might have some questions before booking a mentoring session. Here are the most common ones:
🔹 Who are the mentors?
Our mentoring sessions are led by Abigail Hawkins, an experienced SENCO with over 25 years in the field. She specializes in SEND law, leadership, EHCPs, tribunal support, and practical classroom strategies.
🔹 Can I book a session for my whole school team?
Yes! Schools can book individual mentoring sessions for staff or request a full-day mentoring. If you’re a School Member, you can access 20% off mentoring services—contact us before booking to arrange this.
🔹 What happens if I need to reschedule?
You can reschedule your session up to 48 hours in advance through our booking system. If you need to cancel within 48 hours, please contact us as soon as possible.
🔹 Do I need to be a member to book mentoring?
No, mentoring is available to everyone. However, School Members receive a 20% discount, which must be requested before booking.
🔹 What platform do sessions take place on?
All mentoring sessions are conducted online via Teams, making them accessible and convenient no matter where you are.
🔹 I’m not sure if mentoring is right for me—what should I do?
If you’re unsure whether mentoring would be beneficial for you, we offer a one-time 15-minute free consultation to help you decide. This is your chance to ask questions, explore how mentoring can support you, and see if it’s the right fit before committing to a full session.
💡 Still have questions? Reach out to us before booking—we’re happy to help!
Need Expert Guidance for Your SEN Journey?
Book your mentoring session with Abigail Hawkins—over 25 years of SEN leadership experience to support your role as a SENCO.
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