Norfolk Steps

Norfolk Steps provides training and resources to schools and settings to support early intervention and prevention through a whole-school or setting approach, including managing behaviours that challenge or may risk harm. With a proven track record in promoting positive behaviour through evidence-based principles for over 15 years you can rely on Norfolk Steps to secure an effective approach to behaviour within your school. 

Step On is based on sound evidence-based principles which promote positive behaviour strategies such as consistency, de-escalation, behaviour analysis and differentiated planning. This programme also provides guidance and practical advice to develop an understanding of the safe and effective use of everyday non-restrictive physical interventions.

Step Up focuses on the safe and effective use of restrictive physical intervention within current legislative frameworks.

Our specialist Norfolk Steps team has extensive Inclusion and SEND experience and an established reputation for providing inspirational training and knowledgeable, supportive guidance. Norfolk Steps works closely with other services to champion inclusion.

Norfolk Steps and the Norfolk Steps Advisers have been accredited through the Institute of Conflict Management.

Our team members include:

Vicki Marley: Norfolk Steps Team Manager

Vicki has been part of the Norfolk Steps team since its development over 15 years ago. She also has over 15 years' experience working and leading in a residential specialist school for boys with social, emotional, and mental health needs, and is a trained Social Worker. She holds the Level 3 qualification in Delivering Physical Intervention Training.

Richard Allwright: Adviser and Trainer

Richard has over 15 years teaching and senior lead experience within a large complex needs school. He has worked both in Norfolk and nationally. He has a specialism in trauma informed approaches and a passion to help settings understand CYP's behaviour as communication. He holds the Level 3 qualification in Delivering Physical Intervention Training.

Lianne Bradford: Adviser and Trainer

Lianne has a substantial breadth of education and social care experience including managing a large children's home for CYP with SEMH needs and working for the previous 5 years as a Social Care Inspector. She has specialism in trauma informed approaches and practice. She holds the Level 3 qualification in Delivering Physical Intervention Training and a Diploma in Trauma Informed Practice.