Differentiating Between Initial and Escalation Behaviours: CPD Training Bundle

A 32-slide PowerPoint designed to last between 30 minutes to 1 hour, this time-saving and ready-to-roll CPD session on differentiating between an initial, primary behaviour and an escalation behaviour is a perfect way to train staff in an effective behaviour management technique that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of the behaviour, rather than fire-fighting once escalation behaviour has occurred.

The session begins with the Mapping section, which outlines the difference between initial behaviours (such as when the pupil finds the work too challenging or not challenging enough) and escalation behaviours when the pupil tries to divert attention away from the actual reason for their misbehaviour. This is followed by the Routes Forward section, which gives staff practical examples of identifying and addressing initial behaviours in order to avoid future escalation.

The training session also delves into some of the common blockers and pitfalls, such as dealing immediately with escalation behaviours, which can reinforce to the pupil that their attempts to divert the teacher's attention are successful, leading to further escalation in the future. With examples, behaviour management scenarios and thoughtful questions, plus notes for the presenter, the training PowerPoint allows for collaboration and sharing between staff members so you can be sure everyone's on the same page when it comes to managing pupil behaviour to avoid escalation. 

The accompanying Training Action Plan allows staff to identify their start point and mirrors how the training session is laid out, allowing them to create their own bespoke action plan with strategies that address any gaps in their current behaviour management.

In addition to this, the ten Behaviour Management Scenarios can be selected from to use in the training session itself or be delivered as a follow-up, allowing staff to show their understanding of the content and apply solutions to real-life noise management scenarios.

This behaviour management CPD session is designed to provide a quick solution for school leaders looking to train staff with behaviour support strategies to manage noise levels in the classroom. It's particularly useful for staff with less experience in behaviour management, such as ECTs, trainee teachers, teaching assistants, learning support assistants or any other staff members who need some extra support in managing behaviour.

The PowerPoint and the accompanying Word templates are fully editable but equally can be used 'as is' to present directly to the staff members of your choosing. The flexibility of the design and the length of the session means you can tailor it to support behaviour issues that you're currently facing as well as delivering it at a time convenient to you and your school.

For more support with behaviour management CPD, browse Honeyguide's CPD resources.