Southend SEND Network Hub

The Southend SEND Network is for organisations and groups that support local children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) and their families.

The Network is a collaboration between Southend SEND Independent Forum (SSIF) and the SEND Local Offer Team on behalf of the Southend SEND Area Partnership.

The SEND Network was set up to:

• ensure the local community is better informed about services and support
• help families understand how the Partnership is working to deliver local SEND services
• reach and engage more families and increase participation in co-production
• ensure the voice of local families, groups and stakeholders are captured, fed back, and heard across the Partnership
• strengthen relationships across the Southend SEND community

Network members receive:

• information and updates from the SEND Area Partnership
• details of co-production and engagement activities
• invitations to complete surveys and take part in consultations

Benefits of joining the SEND Network:

• Network with other professionals to share experiences and knowledge.
• Learn about new SEND initiatives in Southend.
• Share valuable feedback from local families about their priorities, issues and preferred solutions.

How to join the SEND Network:

Simply complete a consent form and provide your contact details. You can do this electronically through this link.

If you need any help, or have any questions, please email localoffer@southend.gov.uk