Physical disability specialist services (PDSS)

Physical disability specialist services (PDSS) is a part of the Statutory Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Service. The team provide advisory support to schools and other providers working with children and young people at pre-school, school age, 16-18 provision and transition into Post 18 provision, to promote the inclusion and access to education of pupils who have complex physical disabilities and/or medical needs.

PDSS staff are involved in assessing children’s educational and physical access support needs by;

• assessing and making recommendations for adaptations to buildings by support from the Access Officer
• advising on and providing specialist equipment
• training and support to school staff, including assessment and training in safe manual handling
• provision of ICT assessment and equipment to maximise access the school curriculum

Please contact 0115 804 1088 or e-mail pdss.office@nottscc.gov.uk