Understanding SENDIASS – SENDIASS provides the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Service in County Durham. We are a service provided by Durham County Council however we work at arm’s length from the Local Authority to provide an impartial and confidential service.
An Introduction to SENDIASS – an online information session for professionals in County Durham
Do you work with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families?
Join County Durham SENDIASS for an informative online session to learn more about the support available to families and how professionals can help connect them with the service.
What will be covered
- who SENDIASS are
- what services SENDIASS offers
- how families can access support and advice
- how to contact SENDIASS
- opportunities to ask questions
Who should attend
Education staff, health professionals, social care practitioners, early years providers and voluntary and community sector organisations.
How are the sessions delivered
The 1 hour session will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams. A Microsoft Teams invitation will be emailed to registered participants the day before the event.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Teams link |
|---|---|---|
| 21 October 2026 | 11.00am to 12 noon | Teams link for 21 October 2026 |
| 10 February 2027 | 12 noon to 1.00pm | Teams link for 10 February 2027 |
| 19 May 2027 | 1.00pm to 2.00pm | Teams link for 19 May 2027 |