The recent release of the NASEN Teacher Handbook: SEND makes this clear. Here, the importance of the role of the teacher is acknowledged:

‘The relationships you develop with your learners are key. You will be their champion and advocate, the person who believes that barriers can be overcome, and that good progress is possible. You must value learners’ views and opinions, and regularly check that they understand what your high expectations require of them. Your interactions should reinforce a positive view of high standards of behaviour and effort, whilst recognising the specific difficulties your learners face. You must show learners that you care about them, and that their feelings, wellbeing and progress are important to you.’

For a full insight into this article from Chris Pearce, Trust Director of the Institute of Education please use the link:

The difference an effective teacher makes and the importance of intersectionality.