Behaviourral Advisory Teacher- what is it PLease?

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We were told Ed Psych is coming to see Sam (yay) but according to a letter we have from the school the visitor's title is as above. Is this an Ed Psych by all intents or purposes, or just another step in scholl's campaign to prove we are bad parents?

Realise I am paranoid but they created this monster!!!

Behav. Adv. Teacher is not the same as an Ed Psych - most likely to be a qualified teacher with a special interest/experience/qual in behaviour, presumably working for some sort of support service, from the sound of it - these things vary enourmously around the country.
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Yes, BUT

the school was supposed to organise an Ed Psych as part of Sam's DX, without it we will refused a DX

They said this was it

I've given in and contacted a charity recommended by NAS- Snapcyru (anyone know them please?) for help. My DH is really shy amd I'm not good face to face (as I have said before I fir the AS type myself) so we need help. BIBIC are also going in to see them now as an emergency, and DH will telephone Paed tomorrow as he requested the assessment anyway.

Am I really that much of a bad mum? Didn't thin I was, but maybe they can see what I cannot

I don't think there's any implication on your parenting if they are asking a Behavioural Advisory Teacher, hopefully it can only be good. Many local authorities now have Behavioural teams or staff who circulate round schools. I think you should also be Ed Psych too though, if a request has been made I don't think they can ignore it. Best to get advice from that organisation or speak to the NAS. I believe there is a very strong NAS and/or other ASD organisation(s) in Wales (assuming that's where you are?). YOu could also find out if there's a parent supporg group or NAS branch near you, it would be an invaluable source of info and support. Good luck, don't feel bad about it.

NAS have advised a consideration of a school change, but it's a msall town so limited options.

what really makes me > is that they said this WAS Ed Psych, when clearly it isn't. Paed asked for Ed Psych as cannot DX without.

NAS also recommended an organbisation called SNAPCYMRU who I have contacted today and I'm waiting for a reply. I'm hoping that As DH really is just too shy to approach people (and inclined to be fobbed off) and I'm not good at reading people, and I really would swear I am AS myself, well then they might intervene on our behalf or advise us that way.

Peachy, I just wanted to add ds had a behaviour support teacher, which were very supportive to us as a family. To be honest they can really help a situation and were fantastic. When I was really struggling with the school they were someone to talk to and a go between with the school.If your child get's the chance to get help then use it, there is usually a waiting list.
I built up really good relationship with the behaviour support team and can only sing their praises. larsxx

What did shock me was how quick it was actioned: I had an apoointment hours after requesting it. Indeed, i had two, as the first was whilst I was in an exam!

If Uni next year falls through (we have childcare issues) then i may take Sam from school anyhow, if nothing improves. So ANY help will be appreciated, but we need the dx.

J's behaviour support teacher introduces herself as 'the naughty lady', which put me off immediately. Fortunately J's going through an excellent patch just now so her input isn't thought to be necessary. Two reasons to be cheerful in one.

Not sure if it is relevant to your son but Ed Psychs usually only see children once all other avenues have been investigated. This would include seeing The Behaviour Support Team if behaviour is an issue.