A constructive approach to conflict, bullying, disruption and challenging behaviour

Aims and Objectives:

● Identify the key values, principles and themes that underpin all restorative engagement

● Learn how to transform relationships by addressing difficult conversations, conflicts, bullying, challenging, anti-social and criminal behaviours as well as low-level disruption in ways that ensure people feel heard, the needs of all those involved are met and the harm repaired

● Develop responses that can reduce the use of, and the need for, punitive responses whilst still offering closure to all those affected

● Practice running circle processes to help you build a sense of community amongst young people and/or staff teams, to develop trust and mutual respect, and to enhance confidence and problem-solving skills

● Consider how to integrate restorative language and approaches into report-writing and record-keeping; when working with individuals, teams and families;

● Make the links between restorative approaches and the development of the social and emotional literacy and skills of staff and/or young people