1. What has BATOD been up to?
Heads of Sensory Support Services Conference
University of Birmingham
18th June 2010

2. “Stronger Together”
Working in closer collaboration with professional partners eg VIEW and NATSIP
More sophisticated datasets on progress and ECM outcomes for deaf learners
Development of the learning environment in schools for learners with hearing, visual or multi-sensory impairments
More guidance materials for members

3. Changing Times!
New government and economic climate – challenges and opportunities?
Academies
Pupil premium
Social Partnership
Impact of the loss of BECTA, QCDA and others
“Stronger together” more important than ever!

4. How is BATOD? Aging but healthy!
Resurgence of SW Region & emerging East Region
Recruitment drive to increase membership – every ToD to attract one new member to the profession
Mean and lean –operationally!

5. NEC Structure 5 Workstreams – flexible and responsive
Quality Standards for Information Sharing
Technology for Learning
Partnerships – Policy and practice
Continuing Professional Development
Business and Administration

6. NEC Activities – beyond the jargon!
Quality Standards for Resource Bases with NDCS
Establishing more formal links with VIEW
Mentoring for newly qualified ToDs with course provider
CPD support for lone ToDs
BATOD Foundation – focus on classroom acoustics

7. NEC Activities Access arrangements for examinations with Ofqual
A new approach to language modification
Leonardo partnership project and ToD competencies
Development of the website – interactive opportunities eg DVDs
Future opportunities with NASEN

8. NEC Activities Successful mental health bid
Deaf Education Support Forum chaired by National Executive Officer
Key partner in NATSIP activities
CRIDE survey development
HOSS and ToD forums

9. The Future?
Dialogue with DfE – needs of learners with sensory impairment high on the agenda
Anticipatory and responsive
“Stronger together” in partnership