Paul is committed to identifying and celebrating the strengths of neurodivergent people everywhere. He always seeks to understand each child or adult’s strengths, differences, and individual needs.
He is a qualified teacher with the required enhanced DBS checks. Paul has worked as a teacher for 18 years and as a social worker for 7 years. He has worked alongside many autistic children, young people, and adults. Paul particularly enjoys working with autistic young people who are situational mute or young people with anxiety.
Paul has a wealth of skills and experience in working with individuals, schools, and local authorities. He has transitioned into the independent sector to ensure that the work he delivers is relevant, targeted and bespoke to the needs of individuals, staff and families. His previous experience includes working as an autism advisory teacher for a local authority across primary, secondary and post-16 settings, both in specialist and mainstream schools, up to senior management levels.
To empower autistic children, young people and adults by delivering tailored, compassionate and evidence-informed support. Striving to foster understanding, reduce anxiety and help individuals thrive by working collaboratively with families, schools and local authorities. Personalised approaches helping to create safe spaces where communication and confidence can grow.
A world where every autistic individual is understood, respected, and fully supported to reach their potential. Leading with empathy and expertise, bridging gaps between individuals and systems, and promoting inclusive environments where neurodiversity is embraced.
Paul offers a range of different courses drawing upon up to date research and current thinking within the field, as well as utilising his hands on experience and knowledge. Listed below are some of the more popular courses that Paul can offer. In addition, Paul can tailor bespoke training to the requirements of your setting.
Please contact Paul for information about upcoming courses.
Paul offers a range of different courses drawing upon up to date research and current thinking within the field, as well as utilising his hands on experience and knowledge. Listed below are some of the more popular courses that Paul can offer. In addition, Paul can tailor bespoke training to the requirements of your setting.
Please contact Paul for information about upcoming courses.
Paul provides expert guidance for families with autistic children.
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