Gold Standard
Positive Handling Training
OFQUAL Assessed Tutors
Do not depend on legacy, internally checked restraint training models. Teach+ Positive Intervention delivers modern, behaviour management courses led exclusively by externally certified, regulated tutors.
Teach+ Positive Intervention
Ofqual-Assessed · CPD Accredited · NFPS Partner
Ofqual-Assessed Training · Nationwide
Delivered At Your School,
On Your Terms
All Teach+ Positive Intervention training is conducted on-site by Ofqual-assessed practitioners — qualified teachers who understand your environment.
100%
Ofqual assessed lead trainers.
No exceptions.
POSITIVE HANDLING · BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT · POSITIVE INTERVENTION
What Is Positive Intervention And How Does It Relate To Positive Handling?
Schools often search for positive handling training, behaviour management courses, or a Team Teach alternative — and find Teach+ Positive Intervention. That's by design.
Positive Intervention is what positive handling should always have been: a holistic, evidence-based system that treats physical intervention as an absolute last resort, backed by Ofqual-assessed trainers and delivered alongside access to qualified clinical and education psychologists.
"The Teach+ Positive Intervention course has been a game-changer. It's given our team practical, evidence-based strategies to manage behaviour positively and effectively. The impact on classroom culture has been outstanding."
Deputy Headteacher, Liverpool
"The emphasis on de-escalation and understanding the psychology behind behaviour has transformed our approach. Our staff now have the confidence and skills to prevent situations from escalating."
SENCO, Northwest England
↓68%
Reduction in serious incidents reported
20+
Years education and training experience
100%
Ofqual assessed lead trainers
Free
Ongoing access to clinical and education psychologists — every package.
PSYCHOLOGY ACCESS · INCLUDED AS STANDARD
Support That Doesn't Stop When Training Ends
No other positive handling provider includes ongoing clinical and education psychology access. Teach+ does — because we know real change takes continued support.
OUR ADVANTAGES · WHY SCHOOLS CHOOSE TEACH+
Why Schools Are Switching From Traditional Positive Handling Providers
A complete behaviour support system across six structured modules — informed by clinical and education psychology at every stage. Delivered by Ofqual assessed trainers and Experts at Hand.
Traditional Positive Handling Provider
Legacy internally-assessed training models
- ✕Trainers assessed internally — no independent Ofqual oversight
- ✕Physical techniques focus — limited trauma-informed psychology content
- ✕No access to clinical or education psychologists included
- ✕High-volume, generic delivery — not tailored to your school
- −No dedicated trainer or long-term subscription model available
- ✕Content not designed by a Chartered Clinical Psychologist
Teach+ Positive Intervention
The Ofqual-assessed, psychology-led alternative
- ✓All trainers Ofqual-assessed annually — independently verified, not self-certified
- ✓Deep trauma-informed foundation — ACEs, attachment theory, emotional intelligence
- ✓Ongoing access to clinical and education psychologists included in every package
- ✓Fully bespoke — tailored to your school's demographics, policies, and challenges
- ✓3–5 year subscription option with dedicated trainer and annual refresher
- ✓Designed by Dr Carol Sadler — Chartered Clinical Psychologist, BPS & HCPC member
SIX CORE MODULES · EVIDENCE-BASED
Six Modules. One Complete Programme.
From understanding trauma to applying physical intervention safely — every module is delivered by an Ofqual-assessed trainer and informed by clinical psychology at every stage.
6
Structured modules covering the full intervention spectrum.
SIX CORE MODULES · COMPREHENSIVE · EVIDENCE-BASED
What The Course Covers
A complete behaviour support system across six structured modules — informed by clinical and education psychology at every stage. Delivered by Ofqual assessed trainers and Experts at Hand.
Understanding SEND and Trauma
Staff explore the root causes of challenging behaviour — Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), trauma, and attachment theory. A foundational module that reframes behaviour as communication and equips staff with empathy and insight.
Supporting SEND Needs Through a Trauma-Informed Approach
Moving from understanding to action — this module equips staff with practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting pupils with SEND needs day to day. Grounded in trauma-informed principles and informed by clinical psychology, staff learn to create environments where all pupils feel safe and regulated.
Developing Positive Intervention Skills Including Restorative Practice
The heart of the course. Staff develop verbal and non-verbal de-escalation skills, master the Aggression Curve model for early identification, and learn restorative practice approaches that repair relationships and rebuild trust after incidents. Prevention, not reaction.
Understanding Legal Frameworks
Full legal clarity across all relevant legislation: Education and Inspections Act 2006, DfE Restrictive interventions, including use of reasonable force, in schools guidance (2026), Equality Act 2010, and Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. Staff learn dynamic risk assessment and individual behaviour planning — acting with confidence, not hesitation.
Applying Physical Intervention
When all preventative strategies have been exhausted, staff must know how to act safely and with dignity. Gradual, graded physical techniques designed specifically for educational settings — taught only as an emergency last resort, by Ofqual-assessed trainers with real-world school experience.
Well-Being
No positive intervention training is complete without addressing the wellbeing of staff and pupils. This module covers post-incident debriefing protocols, staff emotional recovery, restorative conversations with pupils, and building a culture of psychological safety — supported by ongoing access to clinical and education psychologists.
LEGAL COMPLIANCE · DFE GUIDANCE · STATUTORY DUTIES
Full Legal Coverage So Your School Acts With Confidence
Uncertainty about the law is a primary reason staff hesitate at critical moments. Teach+ training — delivered by independently Ofqual-assessed trainers — eliminates that uncertainty entirely.
| Legislation / Guidance | Key Provision Covered |
|---|---|
| Education and Inspections Act 2006 | Section 93 — statutory power to use reasonable force; when and how it applies to school staff |
| DfE Restrictive interventions, including use of reasonable force, in schools guidance (2026) | Practical advice for headteachers, staff and governing bodies; definitions, limitations, and documentation |
| The Children Act 1989 | Reasonable force in relation to children; duty of care principles for education staff |
| Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 | Employer and employee duties to ensure a safe working environment for all staff |
| Equality Act 2010 | Key considerations for pupils with SEND; ensuring interventions are applied without discrimination |
| DfE Behaviour and Discipline in Schools | Whole-school behaviour policy framework; responsibilities of governors, leaders, and teaching staff |
WHOLE-SCHOOL APPROACH · ALL STAFF ROLES
Who Should Attend Positive Handling Training?
A whole-school approach delivers maximum consistency and protects your staff. The training is essential for everyone who has regular contact with pupils.
Teachers & Form Tutors
Front-line confidence with legally grounded, Ofqual-assessed strategies
Teaching Assistants
Essential skills for TAs who often manage the most complex behaviours
SENCOs & SEND Teams
Deep SEMH understanding, psychology access, and individual behaviour planning
Senior Leadership Team
Full legal duties, Ofsted requirements, and robust school policy framework
Pastoral & Behaviour Support
Specialist skills for crisis support, referral management, and restorative practice
Lunchtime & Support Staff
Consistent, confident approach across the entire school day
PROVEN OUTCOMES · MEASURABLE IMPACT
Less Restraint. Better Relationships.
Schools trained by Teach+ report fewer serious incidents, improved staff confidence, and stronger Ofsted outcomes — because prevention always beats reaction.
↓68%
Average reduction in serious
incidents after Teach+ training.
PROVEN RESULTS · MEASURABLE IMPACT
What Schools Achieve After Teach+ Training
Reduction in Serious Incidents
Schools consistently report a significant fall in the number and severity of behavioural incidents — fewer exclusions, fewer injuries, fewer crises.
Staff Confidence and Retention
Staff trained by Ofqual-assessed practitioners feel genuinely confident. Reduced anxiety directly combats the teacher burnout driving retention problems in high-SEMH schools.
Stronger Ofsted Outcomes
Improved behaviour ratings, robust evidence of staff development, and demonstrable whole-school consistency — the exact evidence base Ofsted inspectors want to see.
TRANSPARENT PRICING · NO HIDDEN EXTRAS · ALL INCLUDE PSYCHOLOGY ACCESS
Training That Fits Your School's Budget
The Teach+ package — regardless of length of subscription — includes ongoing access to clinical and education psychologists. This is not a premium add-on. It is the Teach+ standard.
Initial Training
£2,500
- ✓Comprehensive delivery of all six curriculum modules
- ✓Face-to-face sessions held at your specific setting
- ✓Expert instruction by Ofqual-assessed trainers throughout
- ✓Accredited CPD certification provided for every participant
- ✓Continuous clinical psychology support as standard
- ✓Full day, half day, or twilight delivery options
- ✓Whole school, max 30 staff per booking
Annual Refresher
£1,500
- ✓Maintains staff skills and legal compliance
- ✓Dedicated trainer assigned to your school
- ✓Delivered in collaboration with Experts at Hand
- ✓Customised content to your school's SEND profile
- ✓Updated content reflecting latest guidance
- ✓Ongoing Clinical Psychologist access
- ✓Whole school, max 30 staff per booking
WHOLE-SCHOOL APPROACH · NATIONWIDE
Schools Across The UK Are Choosing Teach+
From Liverpool to London, from primary schools to specialist SEMH settings — Teach+ Positive Intervention is the gold standard in school behaviour management training.
★★★★★
Rated 5 stars by every school we've trained.
WHAT SCHOOLS SAY
Trusted By Schools Across The UK
"An outstanding course that has genuinely improved staff confidence and pupil engagement. The Teach+ Positive Intervention course is practical, effective and highly recommended. Knowing our trainers are Ofqual-assessed gave us real confidence in the quality."
Deputy Headteacher
Liverpool
"The emphasis on de-escalation and understanding the psychology behind behaviour has transformed our approach. Our staff now have the confidence and skills to prevent situations from escalating — and when intervention is necessary, they can do so safely and effectively."
Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)
Northwest England
"We'd used Team Teach for years but felt we needed something more grounded in trauma-informed practice. Teach+ was exactly that — same legal rigour, far more psychological depth, Ofqual-assessed trainers, and ongoing access to psychologists that our SENCO team has found invaluable."
Headteacher
Special Educational Needs School, Merseyside
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything You Need To Know About Positive Handling Training
What's the difference between Positive Handling and Positive Intervention?
The terms are widely used interchangeably. "Positive Handling" appears in DfE guidance and focuses on safe physical responses. Teach+ "Positive Intervention" encompasses positive handling within a much broader, trauma-informed framework — prioritising prevention, de-escalation, and psychological support, with physical techniques as a last resort only.
What does Ofqual-assessed mean and why does it matter?
Ofqual is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation — the independent regulator for qualifications in England. Ofqual-assessed trainers have been independently evaluated to a regulated standard. Many competitors use internal assessment only, meaning their trainers are assessed by their own organisation. Teach+ trainers are assessed externally — giving your school independent, verifiable assurance of trainer quality.
Is Teach+ a legitimate Team Teach alternative?
Yes. Teach+ is a CPD Standards Office registered provider. Our training is accredited, compliant with DfE guidance, and delivered by Ofqual-assessed trainers. The course was designed by Level 3 Physical Restraint Instructors and endorsed by Dr Carol Sadler, Chartered Clinical Psychologist. It covers the same legal ground as Team Teach — and significantly more.
Is this just about physical restraint?
Far from it. Modules 1–3 and Module 6 focus entirely on understanding, preventing, and recovering from behavioural incidents without physical intervention. Module 5 (Applying Physical Intervention) is taught as an emergency-only last resort — an important but small part of a comprehensive six-module programme.
How is the training delivered?
All training is delivered on-site at your school by an Ofqual-assessed Teach+ trainer. We offer full-day, half-day, and twilight session formats to suit your timetable. We cover schools across the UK and work with Thrive Education Group partner schools at a preferential rate.
What is included in the psychology access?
All Teach+ packages include ongoing access to clinical and education psychologists — not a one-off session, but continuing support. This allows staff to consult on specific cases, wellbeing concerns, and behaviour challenges after training is complete. This level of ongoing professional support is unique to Teach+ and is included as standard in every pricing option.
Accreditations & Partnerships
Free Consultation · Free Behaviour Audit · No Obligation
Ready To Move Beyond Team Teach?
Book a free consultation. We'll discuss your school's specific challenges, walk you through pricing, and show you exactly how Teach+ compares — Ofqual-assessed trainers, psychology access included, from £80 per person.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything You Need To Know About Positive Handling Training
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