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Disability Confident scheme The Disability Confident scheme supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to the workplace. There are 3 levels: 1. Disability Confident Committed To be recognised as Disability Confident Committed, the employer must agree to the D…
Links and documents Autism is a lifelong condition. It affects how people communicate, relate to others and process information. An autistic child or young person may see and understand the world differently to others. They may have specific and passionate interests unusual reactions to se…
If you feel your child may have autism, speak to a health professional involved in your child’s care. Professionals who can help you with a referral include: GP health visitor paediatrician speech and language therapist psychologist There is now a single point of access for all aut…
Across the city, there is a wide range of support including if a child/young person: is waiting for an assessment has an autism diagnosis thinks they need a little more help. The Sheffield Children's NHS website has a range of resources and support. They have advice and links for spe…
Links and documents Children with Autism will typically have sensory processing difficulties associated with their diagnosis. Children who are neurodiverse or who have a neurodisability may also have sensory processing difficulties. Our senses are the systems that our body has that give us inf…
You can find advice about using hospital services for a child with SEND on the Sheffield Children’s Hospital website . The autism resources pages also include information specifically about appointments and assessments . Hospital Passport Sheffield Children's Hospital have developed a communica…
Links and documents This Mental Capacity Act affects decision-making for all people aged 16 and over who are unable to make some or all decisions by themselves. The issue of capacity is decision-specific. This means that capacity can only be assessed in relation to a particular decision that nee…
If you have special educational needs or a disability it may not always be obvious to people that you may need help with some things. This can make it difficult when you are finding a situation hard. Such as when you are shopping or when using public transport. There are many ways that you can h…
Links and documents Good sleep is important for your child's physical and mental wellbeing. A relaxing bedtime routine is one important way to help your child get a good night's sleep. This page will provide tips on healthy sleep. Relaxation tips to help sleep Doing the same relaxing things…
Sleep problems are very common among children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Please see below to find out about organisations that can provide you with more information. Sheffield Family Centres Sheffield Family Centres have published videos about “Getting you…