Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar School and Beyond Preparation for FE/HE and the workplace. Dominic Everett Teacher of the Visually Impaired Resource Centre for Visually Impaired Pupils Uddingston Grammar School

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar Preparation for life after school  General preparation crucial.  Daily living skills; social and communication skills; independent travel in and around school as well as at home.  Competent use of assistive technology.  Consideration of future direction at earliest stage – S2 options onwards.

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar Preparation for life after school. The Workplace  Parental involvement crucial.  Preparation from S2/3 through PSE classes.  Careers Scotland input at early stage.  Work Experience – advance preparation and evaluation necessary.

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar Preparation for life after school. The Workplace  Full-time employment through self- placement.  Training opportunities - Skillseekers; Modern Apprenticeships; Training Agencies.  “Access To Work”.

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar Preparation for life after school. Post-16 Education  Responsibility usually lies with the student to ensure that arrangements are in place - but parental and Professional support is vital.  Careful consideration of suitable establishment; course, etc.  Apply to individual colleges or through UCAS system.

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar Preparation for life after school. Post-16 Education  Arrange visits to establishments through Open Days, school visits.  Arrange one-to-one visit with Adviser for Disabled Students – to make them aware of personal requirements; to plan DSA claim.

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar Preparation for life after school. Post-16 Education Funding  Apply for funding for FE up to HNC through College bursary scheme – Maintenance; Study; Travel; SEN Allowances.  SAAS provide Student Loan/Bursary (YSB) for HNC and above at FE colleges and in HE.

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar Disabled Student Allowance  Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) – apply to SAAS 1. Basic Allowance – up to £1,725 p.a. (small items) 2. Large Item Allowance – up to £5,160 for full period of study. 3. Non-medical Personal Allowance – up to £20,520 p.a. (Readers; Scribe; Helpers). 4. Assessment of Need required – provided by FE/HE establishment or RNIB.

Dominic Everett, Uddingston Grammar The Student  Be Prepared!  Independent travel and living – mobility preparation over summer break.  Special equipment, exam arrangements.  Good study and IT skills crucial – Moodle used extensively.  Don’t be afraid to ask for assistance.  Be friendly and have fun!

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