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My name is David Corcoran and I am the founder of I Support Behaviour. I have over 20 years experience of working with children and young people with autism.

I have worked in a number of schools, colleges, and residential settings. Throughout my career I have employed the principles of Positive Behaviour Support and Applied Behaviour Analysis to enable young people with autism to live fulfilling lives that are sustainable. As the founder of I Support Behaviour my goal is clear:

Better lives for people with autism, and support for their families and th

e services around them. This is achieved through person centered planning, assessment of needs, and creating an individualised package of support that will provide the young person with the necessary skills to reach their goals. We provide the highest standards of training and support to the families and services around the young person. We aim to create a network of support around each young person that become the 'specialists'. Reducing the need in future for long term specialist provision. Our Philosophy

Provide a service that is person centered, individualised to the needs of each young person, and delivered with passion. We believe at I Support Behaviour that the achievements of children and young people with autism are only limited by our imagination.

14/04/2025

🎉Happy Birthday David Corcoran🎉

Wishing you a wonderful day filled with joy and celebration!🥳

Thank you for everything you do—your leadership and support are truly appreciated.

26/03/2025

Neurodiversity policies are important, but if they are not embedded into daily practice, they do little to create lasting change.

Common barriers to meaningful neurodiversity inclusion include:

➡️ Policies that look good on paper but don’t translate into action.
➡️ Inclusion efforts led by enthusiastic individuals rather than being a leadership commitment.
➡️ Lack of accountability—who ensures that neurodivergent employees and students are actually supported?

For neurodiversity inclusion to work, we need:

✔️ Leadership commitment—Embedding inclusion into strategic decision-making, recruitment, and workplace culture.
✔️ Clear accountability—Are managers responsible for making neurodiversity-friendly changes, or is it just an aspiration?
✔️ Practical training & ongoing support—Ensuring staff have the confidence and knowledge to create truly inclusive environments.

If inclusion policies don’t lead to real change, what’s missing? What’s the biggest barrier organisations face when moving from policy to practice?

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18/03/2025

Beyond Awareness: Making Neurodiversity Inclusion Meaningful

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is an opportunity to recognise the strengths of neurodivergent individuals—but what happens when the week is over?

Awareness is important, but true inclusion goes beyond celebration and into real change. Too often, organisations focus on:

👍 Recognition without meaningful action – Inclusion cannot be about awareness alone; environments must adapt.
👍 Expecting neurodivergent individuals to fit in – The focus should be on adjusting environments, not forcing people to mask their needs.
👍 One-off initiatives rather than sustained efforts – Policies and commitments need to be embedded into leadership, hiring, and daily practices.

Neurodiversity inclusion must be system-wide—it cannot rely on individual effort or temporary goodwill.

What is one practical step organisations can take to ensure neurodiversity inclusion lasts beyond awareness weeks?

14/03/2025

Empowering Individuals Through Co-Produced Support

Over the past few months, we have been supporting a young person facing significant challenges in both their education and care placement. Through a person-centred and proactive approach, we have helped create meaningful, sustainable changes that promote their quality of life and long-term success.

Feedback from the care provider highlights the invaluable impact of our team’s expertise, guidance, and training. Their professional input has strengthened the ability of staff and managers to provide effective, person-centred support—ensuring the young person receives the care they need to thrive.

Interested in how our approach can benefit your team? Get in touch today to learn more.

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13/03/2025

Is Your Organisation Ready for PBS?

PBS isn’t just a framework—it’s a commitment to values.

Many organisations claim they’re “ready” for PBS, but true readiness isn’t about running training sessions—it’s about embedding PBS into culture, leadership, and daily practice.

Common barriers to PBS success include:

🔳 A lack of shared responsibility—PBS is treated as a project, rather than an organisation-wide approach.
🔳 Crisis-driven responses—interventions only happen when things go wrong, rather than being part of proactive, everyday support.
🔳 Staff feeling unsupported—without strong leadership, workforce development, and coaching, PBS can feel like extra work rather than a better way to work.

PBS isn’t a ‘bolt-on’—it thrives when leadership, workforce development, and daily practice work together.

Does your organisation genuinely live PBS values—or is it something you aspire to but haven’t fully embedded?

10/03/2025

System-Wide PBS: Addressing SEND Leadership & Budget Challenges

One-off CPD won’t fix the SEND funding crisis.
Local authorities and school leadership teams are under constant pressure. Rising EHCP applications, exclusions, and out-of-borough placements are stretching budgets beyond limits. The default response? More funding requests.

But the reality is, funding alone isn’t solving the problem—it’s the way services are structured.

A system-wide PBS model offers a different approach:

✔️ Developing in-house PBS expertise, reducing reliance on crisis-driven external interventions.
✔️ Equipping schools with real, embedded strategies, not just policy recommendations.
✔️ Shifting EHCP demand by ensuring early, effective in-school behaviour support.

By implementing Tiered PBS Training within boroughs, local authorities can create a self-sustaining model—one that reduces crisis referrals, builds local SEND capacity, and helps balance budgets.

We all agree that one-off CPD won’t solve this. The question is—are we ready to implement a long-term solution? 🤔

07/03/2025

🏫 Reducing Out-of-Borough Placements (Practical PBS Strategy)

Are we getting inclusion wrong? 🤔

Year after year, local authorities spend millions on out-of-borough placements for children with complex needs. Meanwhile, schools struggle, EHCP applications rise, and families are left frustrated.

But what if we tackled this differently?

A Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework offers a sustainable alternative:

🔹 Support for school staff to manage complex behaviour before crisis
escalates.
🔹 Embedding communication strategies into daily practice, reducing
reliance on external SaLT.
🔹 Improved in-borough SEND provision, keeping more children local.

Early intervention works, but most systems remain reactive. By the time a child is referred for an EHCP, the school placement is already at risk.

If local authorities invested in PBS-led training & workforce development, how many more children could stay in their local schools instead of being placed miles away?

What’s your take? Are out-of-borough placements inevitable, or is there another way?

28/02/2025

🤔 Reflecting on February: Key Takeaways from PBS Practice! 🤔

As February comes to a close, it’s valuable to reflect on the key principles that underpin Positive Behaviour Support (PBS):

➡️ The power of meaningful relationships
➡️ The importance of trauma-informed practice
➡️ The role of proactive, person-centred strategies

PBS is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s about adapting, learning, and continuously improving the support we provide to individuals with diverse needs. Consistency, reflection, and collaboration are at the heart of effective practice.

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27/02/2025

The Importance of Consistency in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

Consistency is a cornerstone of effective Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). In both adult social care and SEN settings, consistent approaches help individuals feel secure, reduce anxiety, and support the development of positive behaviours.

This doesn’t mean rigid routines but rather a predictable, reliable environment where expectations are clear, and responses to behaviour are steady and fair. Consistency isn’t just a strategy—it’s a key part of building trust and fostering stability.

25/02/2025

Key Strategies for Effective PBS in Practice

Effective PBS relies on strategies that are evidence-based, adaptable, and person-centred.

Key approaches include:

🔹Understanding the function of behaviour
🔹Consistently applying proactive strategies
🔹Promoting meaningful engagement
🔹Ensuring environments are supportive and predictable

These core elements are central to achieving positive, sustainable outcomes across adult social care and SEN settings.

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21/02/2025

Social Justice in PBS: Promoting Equity and Inclusion

20th February was World Day of Social Justice, an opportunity to reflect on how Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) promotes fairness, dignity, and inclusion.

PBS is not solely about behaviour management—it’s about ensuring that individuals receive support tailored to their unique needs, regardless of background.

Embedding social justice principles into PBS ensures that every individual has the opportunity to live a fulfilling and valued life.

19/02/2025

PBS in Practice: Real-World Impact

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is more than a theoretical framework; it delivers tangible outcomes in real-world settings.

By focusing on proactive strategies, environmental adjustments, and individualised support, PBS can significantly reduce behaviours of concern and enhance quality of life.

Case studies consistently show how person-centred PBS approaches lead to sustained improvements, not only in behaviour but also in overall well-being.

17/02/2025

Practical PBS Strategies with a Trauma-Informed Focus

Trauma-informed PBS isn’t about complex interventions—it’s about consistent, thoughtful practice.

Here are five key strategies that support individuals with a trauma-informed approach:

1️⃣ Establishing predictable routines
2️⃣ Providing choices to support autonomy
3️⃣ Creating calm, sensory-aware environments
4️⃣ Using positive reinforcement appropriately
5️⃣ Prioritising active listening and validation

These practices help create environments where individuals feel safe, supported, and understood.

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14/02/2025

Relationships at the Heart of PBS!

On Valentine’s Day, it’s worth reflecting on the role relationships play in effective support. In PBS, professional connections between individuals, families, and support teams are key to creating environments that foster trust and security.

These relationships are not just supportive; they are foundational to achieving positive outcomes in behaviour and well-being.

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12/02/2025

The Role of Trauma-Informed Practice in PBS

Trauma-informed practice is integral to Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), especially when supporting individuals with autism or learning disabilities.

Past experiences, including Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), can significantly influence behaviour. A trauma-informed approach within PBS helps create environments that prioritise safety, predictability, and emotional well-being, reducing the likelihood of behaviours of concern.

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06/02/2025

The Importance of Relationships in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is grounded in the quality of relationships. In both adult social care and SEN support, meaningful, professional connections are central to reducing behaviours of concern and promoting well-being.

Strong relationships create environments where individuals feel safe, understood, and supported. This foundation is critical for PBS to be effective in any setting

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30/01/2025

CPD-Accredited Training—Building Confidence for 2025

Professional development is vital for thriving teams. In 2025, our CPD-accredited training will:

✔ Build skills to create inclusive environments.
✔ Provide recognised qualifications in PBS practices.
✔ Empower teams to deliver real, sustainable outcomes.

Learn more about our upcoming training programmes by contacting us today:

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29/01/2025

Supporting Families Through the SEND Crisis—Our Approach

Families navigating the SEND crisis often feel isolated and unsupported. At I Support Behaviour, we work alongside local authorities and schools to:

✔ Reduce exclusions with evidence-based strategies.
✔ Equip staff to better understand complex needs.
✔ Support families with tailored advice and training.
✔ Strengthen Community Partnerships

Together, we can create a system that works.

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