Positive Handling in Schools

10 Lessons

1 hour 45 mins

Complexity : Easy

Recognizing Effective Behavior in the School Environment: In this lesson, we explore the concept of positive behavior management and its importance in maintaining a respectful and safe educational environment. Understand how a nurturing atmosphere benefits both staff and students when behavior is managed effectively.

Techniques for Effective School Management: Learn practical strategies for managing challenging situations in a classroom setting. This session equips you with de-escalation techniques and encourages open dialogue, helping you maintain a peaceful school atmosphere.

Building a Positive School Community: Discover how positive behavior management contributes to building strong relationships across the school community. Learn how fostering communication and trust benefits students, teachers, and staff, creating a supportive environment for all.

Resolving Conflicts in Educational Settings: This module focuses on conflict resolution through constructive methods. Understand the importance of resolving conflicts quickly and effectively to maintain a positive learning environment. Positive behavior management techniques are crucial for achieving resolutions that benefit the entire school community.

Promoting Safety and Inclusivity in Schools: Explore the link between promoting a safe and inclusive school environment and positive behavior management. Learn the value of empathy and understanding in preventing bullying and creating a sense of community among all members of the school community.

Lessons

Brief Description of Positive Handling in Schools
Easy
2 mins

The "Positive Handling in Schools" course is designed to provide education and training for school staff on techniques for managing challenging behavior in a positive and safe manner. Participants learn about strategies for preventing and de-escalating challenging situations, emphasizing a positive and supportive approach.
Module 1: The Course Structure
Easy
1 min

Module one of the online training course, Understanding, Positive Handling for School Staff, covers the dangers of hostile student behavior, the aggressiveness curve, the scarf model, deescalation steps, government pamphlets on violent behavior.
Module 2: A Serious Business
Easy
12 mins

Module two discusses problematic school behaviors and their consequences, emphasizing the importance of professional handling. Real-world examples include a seven-year-old boy who was acquitted after being charged with assault, and a head of care .
Module 3: The Aggression Curve
Easy
12 mins

Module 3 of the aggressiveness curve examines the mechanics of aggressive behavior, focusing on the baseline behavior at the bottom of the curve. The Kaplan Wheeler diagram, created in 1983, consists of five sectors with varying duration, speed, and severity.
Module 4: The SCARF Model
Easy
14 mins

The Scarf model, developed by Dr. David Rock, is a tool used to control aggression in children and teens. It suggests that status (scarf) is relative importance, as it gives people a sense of control over events and safety.
Module 5: Government Advice and Guidance
Easy
13 mins

This module discusses government guidelines for controlling aggressive and violent behavior. The booklet provides advice rather than legislation, focusing on the use of reasonable force guidance for head teachers, staff, and governing bodies.
Module 6: Making decisions: Duty of Care
Easy
13 mins

Module six discusses decision-making, duty of care, and reasonable force in the workplace. It emphasizes that all parties, including teachers, parents, and others, are responsible for duty of care.
Module 7: The Law
Easy
12 mins

Module 7 discusses the UK legal hierarchy, including the European Convention on Human Rights, the UK Human Rights Act, Health and Safety at Work Act, Common Law, and Statute Law.
Module 8: Physical Intervention and Restraint
Easy
14 mins

This program focuses on the importance of physical intervention and restraint in situations involving students who are threatening themselves or others. It emphasizes the need for careful evaluation and control of violent, hostile, or agitated students.
Module 9: Screening, Searching and Confiscation
Easy
12 mins

Module 9 focuses on screening, search, and seizure, outlined in a government document. School staff can screen students without consent if they fail to comply and the school refuses entry. Absence is considered unauthorized searching.