Thursday 30th April
09:00-16:15
Online
Are you a SENCo, teacher, teaching assistant or support staff and are looking to build your confidence and improve outcomes for learners with SLCN?
You’re in the right place! The Link Live is an online conference hosted by Speech & Language Link, providing CPD and practical strategies to support pupils with speech, language, and communication needs in schools (EYFS–KS3).
Join us!
As a member of The Link Community you get free access to The Link Live.
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Best Practice Network sponsors The Link Live
Best Practice Network is a leading education provider, partnering with schools, trusts and early years settings. Our vision is that every child, regardless of their background, should benefit from an excellent education. We deliver apprenticeships and professional development programmes that help people grow, strengthen practice and make a lasting difference.
S&L Support Practitioner Apprenticeship
The Speech & Language Support Practitioner Apprenticeship develops teaching assistants and support staff into specialists in speech, language and communication, equipping them to identify speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), remove barriers and help pupils access learning. www.bestpracticenet.co.uk/speech-and-language-support-practitioner-apprenticeship
The Link Live 2026 Speakers
Ali Neal
Consultant Occupational Therapist
Session Title - Regulation through the senses for children with SLCN using 'The BREAD Approach'
Kate Freeman
Consultant - Speech and Language in Education
Session Title - Speech, language and communication: the building blocks for oracy
Abigail Hawkins
SEN Consultant
Session Title - What we see isn’t always what it seems
Alison Fowle
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist at Speech & Language Link
Session Title - Language and school readiness
Juliet Leonard
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist at Speech & Language Link
Session Title - Language and school readiness
Ann Marie Christian
International Safeguarding Consultant and Trainer
Session Title - Safeguarding challenges for children with SLCN
Louise Emerson
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist at Speech & Language Link
Session Title - Neuro-affirming considerations
Shelbi Annison
Ambassador for RADLD and AFASIC
Session Title - You can’t see DLD (Developmental Language Disorder)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sign up for a ticket on the day?
Absolutely! You’re welcome to join at any point on the day of the event.
I can’t attend on the day – will it be on-demand?
No problem at all! We’ll be releasing each presentation over the coming months. Keep an eye on your Link Community newsletter for updates or check back on this page where each session will be added as it becomes available.
Can I watch on my mobile phone?
Yes! You can watch the event on your mobile phone as long as you have a stable internet connection. The event runs directly in your web browser, so there’s no need to download an app, just click the link and start watching.
What do I do if I have tech difficulties?
Your Delegate Guide PDF will be emailed to you the week of the event. It includes lots of useful tips to help you troubleshoot common technical issues. If you are still having trouble you will need to contact you own IT support.
Read moreWill I get the PowerPoint slides?
The PowerPoint slides will be available the following day. We’ll upload them to each speaker’s profile on this page so you can easily find and download the resources you need.
Can I still attend if I am a student?
Yes! We actively encourage questions and the sharing of experiences. Each presenter will have a dedicated Q&A slot after their presentation, giving you the chance to ask questions and engage with the topic.
During the event can I ask questions?
We encourage questions and the sharing of experiences. Each presenter will have a dedicated Q&A slot after their presentation, giving you the chance to ask questions and engage with the topic.
Read moreWill I get a certificate of attendance?
Yes. Certificates will be emailed to all attendees after the event. These can take up to a month and will come directly from CPD UK.
Is the event live captioned?
The event is broadcast on Vimeo which can be accessed on any browser. We recommended using your browsers inbuilt caption setting.
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