Training Programme for Education Professionals

Tier 1 Training:

Join SYEDA for a focused 90-minute training that builds confidence in recognising eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours, responding with sensitivity, and guiding young people toward the right support.

Grounded in lived experience and evidence-based practice, this session equips education professionals to respond with empathy, clarity, and strong understanding—within their safeguarding and pastoral responsibilities.

You’ll learn how to:

·       Recognise the signs of eating disorders and disordered eating in students

·       Monitor student behaviour and wellbeing over time to identify emerging concerns

·       Identify key risk factors, including psychological, physical, social, and cultural influences

·       Understand the importance of early intervention and timely support

·       Recognise indicators of serious risk and know when urgent action is required

·       Explore how body image, body respect, and societal pressures contribute to disordered eating

·       Understand the relationship between neurodiversity and disordered eating behaviours

·       Communicate sensitively and confidently with students while maintaining professional boundaries

·       Navigate clear referral and signposting pathways to appropriate support

·       Work collaboratively with families and external services to support student wellbeing

 

Designed for education professionals, this training uses contextually relevant language and examples for schools, colleges, and universities, with a focus on observation, supportive conversations, safeguarding responsibilities, and collaborative working with families and external services.

To secure your place on our tier 1 training sessions, please follow the links below:

SYEDA Training Calendar 2026
Date & Time  Training Title  Booking Link 

Thursday 23rd April 2026:

3.30pm - 5.00pm

Recognising Eating Disorders and Eating Disorder Behaviours in Education settings https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/understanding-eating-disorders-for-education-professionals-tickets-1982278433155?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tier 2 & 3 Training Programmes

If you have completed our tier 1 training package and would like further information our tier 2 and tier 3 options, please contact us on Education@syeda.org.uk


DIGITAL WORKSHOP FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

SYEDA has a free digital workshop designed to support Years 5 and 6 in building body respect, confidence, and kindness. Guided by three facilitators, pupils will explore each of the four Body Happy Skills: Literacy, Resilience, Kindness, and Advocacy. 

For more information on this workshop, please click the button below: