Gateshead SEND Thresholds Launch Events

Gateshead SEND Thresholds Launch Events

Gateshead SEND & Inclusion Team are hosting a new event, and we’d love to see you there. Join us for the Gateshead SEND Thresholds Launch.The SEND Thresholds are a multi-disciplinary approach across Education, Health and Social Care to develop a consistent and...
Christmas 2023 holiday activities

Christmas 2023 holiday activities

Our Brighten the Day team are delighted to once again to offer a busy holiday programme, allowing the most vulnerable children to be able to access free activities and enjoy even more healthy and nutritious meals during the school holidays. There’s lots going on...
Shortage of Medicines for ADHD

Shortage of Medicines for ADHD

Unfortunately, there is a national shortage of some of the medicines used in ADHD. This has been caused by a combination of manufacturing issues and an increased global demand. Other ADHD products remain available, but it is expected that there is not enough supply of...
Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO)

Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO)

Gateshead Council are pleased share that a new post has been created to support with our strategic priorities in relation to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities. This role is the Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO) and Tara...
Amy’s Journey to Employment

Amy’s Journey to Employment

Hi, my name is Amy. I have cerebral palsy and ADHD. I’m 23 years old. My job is a 6-month contract with Kickstart which is a government scheme to help get young people in to work. I work in an office doing data entry for 25 hours a week. When I was younger I didn’t...