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If you're looking for something interesting to do next weekend, pop along to the Accessible Book & Story Festival on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th September at the @scottishstorytellingcentre, Edinburgh. 

Run by @mykindbook, the programme will be a magical mix of sensory story sessions for families and skills-building workshops and discussions for parents, teachers, storytellers, authors and others.

#sensorystories #inclusion 

https://mykindofbook.org.uk/festival/

If you`re looking for something interesting to do next weekend, pop along to the Accessible Book & Story Festival on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th September at the @scottishstorytellingcentre, Edinburgh.

Run by @mykindbook, the programme will be a magical mix of sensory story sessions for families and skills-building workshops and discussions for parents, teachers, storytellers, authors and others.

#sensorystories #inclusion

https://mykindofbook.org.uk/festival/

Welcome to the Gate Olympic Games 2024! πŸ…
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On Wednesday, the trainees pushed their limits and participated in a series of activities designed to test their speed, strength, accuracy and balance. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to challenge themselves, and a very fun day for all involved. Well done! πŸ₯³πŸ‹οΈβš½οΈ

Welcome to the Gate Olympic Games 2024! πŸ…
Β 
On Wednesday, the trainees pushed their limits and participated in a series of activities designed to test their speed, strength, accuracy and balance. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to challenge themselves, and a very fun day for all involved. Well done! πŸ₯³πŸ‹οΈβš½οΈ

Of course we had to hop on this trend πŸ˜‚ 

From toy bags that rival a toy store to songs for every occasion, join Kirsten Lamb for a fun peek into the world of Speech & Language Therapy here at The Donaldson Trust! πŸ˜„πŸ§ΈπŸŒ

#SpeechAndLanguageTherapist #SpeechAndLanguageTherapy #OfCourseTrend

Of course we had to hop on this trend πŸ˜‚

From toy bags that rival a toy store to songs for every occasion, join Kirsten Lamb for a fun peek into the world of Speech & Language Therapy here at The Donaldson Trust! πŸ˜„πŸ§ΈπŸŒ

#SpeechAndLanguageTherapist #SpeechAndLanguageTherapy #OfCourseTrend

Recently we responded to the Scottish Government’s β€˜Call for Evidence’ on Adult Disability Payment (ADP). πŸ’¬

While preparing this response, we engaged with neurodivergent adults who currently access Gate, our skills development, training, and wellbeing service, as well as colleagues involved in providing support.

There is much commonality in the experiences disabled people have when trying to apply and be assessed for all sorts of social security. Neurodivergence clashes with rigid eligibility criteria focused on physical difference over social factors. We also know neurodivergent people’s experiences are aggravated by the fact there is a lack of understanding of the impact of social-communicatory β€˜barriers’ and other β€˜hidden’ differences.

You can read more about our commitment to influencing change and empowering neurodivergent people in the full response. Go to the link in our bio and head to 'News & Views'. πŸ”—

Recently we responded to the Scottish Government’s β€˜Call for Evidence’ on Adult Disability Payment (ADP). πŸ’¬

While preparing this response, we engaged with neurodivergent adults who currently access Gate, our skills development, training, and wellbeing service, as well as colleagues involved in providing support.

There is much commonality in the experiences disabled people have when trying to apply and be assessed for all sorts of social security. Neurodivergence clashes with rigid eligibility criteria focused on physical difference over social factors. We also know neurodivergent people’s experiences are aggravated by the fact there is a lack of understanding of the impact of social-communicatory β€˜barriers’ and other β€˜hidden’ differences.

You can read more about our commitment to influencing change and empowering neurodivergent people in the full response. Go to the link in our bio and head to `News & Views`. πŸ”—

We're on the lookout for a Principal Teacher at our Linlithgow campus. πŸ‘‡

If you’re committed to leading and developing innovative teaching strategies, enhancing health and wellbeing, and amplifying student voices, we’d love to hear from you. 

In this role, you’ll bring your creative approaches to the delivery of learning to help establish the Donaldson Trust as the specialist provider of learning and education for neurodivergent children and young people in Scotland. 

You’ll be an expert with varied teaching experience, including working with young people with complex support needs, and your track record of providing leadership and change management within an education setting will require strong collaboration and influencing skills. 

As the National Body for Neurodiversity, we believe there is a genuine opportunity to change society for better, and you'll be at the heart of this mission. ❀️

So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to drive meaningful change and make a lasting impact on the lives of neurodivergent children and young people, apply at:

πŸ”— Go to the link in our bio and click 'Work With Us'.

⏰ Applications close on Tuesday 17th September 2024.

The post is subject to full GTCS registration and PVG Scheme Record/Update for regulated work with children.

We`re on the lookout for a Principal Teacher at our Linlithgow campus. πŸ‘‡

If you’re committed to leading and developing innovative teaching strategies, enhancing health and wellbeing, and amplifying student voices, we’d love to hear from you.

In this role, you’ll bring your creative approaches to the delivery of learning to help establish the Donaldson Trust as the specialist provider of learning and education for neurodivergent children and young people in Scotland.

You’ll be an expert with varied teaching experience, including working with young people with complex support needs, and your track record of providing leadership and change management within an education setting will require strong collaboration and influencing skills.

As the National Body for Neurodiversity, we believe there is a genuine opportunity to change society for better, and you`ll be at the heart of this mission. ❀️

So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to drive meaningful change and make a lasting impact on the lives of neurodivergent children and young people, apply at:

πŸ”— Go to the link in our bio and click `Work With Us`.

⏰ Applications close on Tuesday 17th September 2024.

The post is subject to full GTCS registration and PVG Scheme Record/Update for regulated work with children.

We are excited to introduce three new appointments at The Donaldson Trust! πŸŽ‰ 

Samantha King joins us as Director of Services, and Stephen Caulfield as our new Policy Lead. We're also delighted to announce that Louise Storie, who has been with us for nearly a decade, has been appointed as Head of Connect, our new training, consultancy, and advice service. 

Welcome to the team, Sam and Stephen, and congratulations, Louise! πŸ‘ 

Read more via the link in our bio, go to 'News & Blog'. πŸ”—

We are excited to introduce three new appointments at The Donaldson Trust! πŸŽ‰

Samantha King joins us as Director of Services, and Stephen Caulfield as our new Policy Lead. We`re also delighted to announce that Louise Storie, who has been with us for nearly a decade, has been appointed as Head of Connect, our new training, consultancy, and advice service.

Welcome to the team, Sam and Stephen, and congratulations, Louise! πŸ‘

Read more via the link in our bio, go to `News & Blog`. πŸ”—

Our ethos

Our ethos

“Through collaborations and partnerships, we can give children, young people and adults a voice; and help them find their place in the world.”

Laura Watkins, CEO The Donaldson Trust