Advice needed - in school but not accessing education

[Tahoe11]

Hi all
I'm wary of going into detail on a public forum about this issue, so I will be deliberately vague. If anyone feels they can offer any advice in this area I'd really appreciate a DM.

Basically, I work as a TA in a mainstream primary and currently support a child who is not accessing the curriculum and hasn't for a long time (2 years). I believe the current set up may constitute educational neglect but need to clarify 1) whether we are in contravention of anything like KCSIE and 2) who is responsible if we are 3) whether to attempt to change the situation or get out.

I am experienced but burnt out and I think I've been in this situation for so long I can't see the wood for the trees.

Thanks

Without knowing more it is hard to say.

It may be that there are reasons why they unable to access the curriculum- severe special needs for instance. In which case, an alternative program may be appropriate. If this is the case, is a place in a specialist setting being sought? It can take a long time!

What provision are they accessing if not the mainstream? If this is appropriate to their needs, it may well be fine - again, the child may need specialist provision but for whatever reason, this is currently unavailable and the school are doing the best they can while they wait.

If you feel that the current situation isn't working, I would start by discussing with the SENCo what is/isn't working and for support in coming up with a plan.

Sorry, I realise it's vague but I can't really give more information on a forum.

Child has SEND (SEMH) and is on waiting list for special. We've been told the child is unlikely to get a place before secondary.

I guess the question is, what is the school's responsibility in the mean time?

I've spoken to the senco and disagree with him, though I'm not sure which of us would be right in the eyes of the local authority if I were to complain/ whistleblow.

Does the child have an EHCP? What does it say? Are they receiving the provision set out in the EHCP or is the school failing to meet that?

@toomuchicecream @PumpkinPie2016
If either of you have knowledge and experience in this area would you mind if I sent a bit more detail by DM? I just don't want to post anything identifying here.

You're welcome to message me. I don't have particular knowledge or experience beyond having been SLT for a number of years and being a Chair of Governors now I'm no longer school based, but am happy to help if I can.

The responsibility is to use best endeavours to meet the child's SEN through reasonable adjustments. It sounds like you don't feel this is happening.

If the child has an EHCP, then this is legally enforceable and everything in it must be done.