RTLB are specially trained teachers who support and work within school settings to meet the needs of students with moderate learning and / or behaviour difficulties. 

RTLB may support individual students / groups of children / classes or teachers. 

RTLB accept referrals from teachers who need upskilling or support. Referrals can also be made to support school systems eg. The introduction of Co-operative Learning, Paired Writing, Circletime. 

RTLB work collaboratively with schools / families / communities to provide a proactive rather than re-active service. 

The National RTLB association promotes a community of professional practitioners.  It provides professional development and collegial support for RTLB. 

RTLB are supported by a management team and a cluster committee. 

The RTLB have an office, library & meeting room at Westburn. The Intake & Review meetings are held three times a term.

• Collaborative consultation
• Assessment of curriculum and behaviour needs
• Range of teaching and management strategies
• Curriculum adaptation
• Student, teacher & parent support
• Assistance with IEPs
• Liaison with other agencies
• Professional development workshops for school

• Consult with school senior management

• Consult with the student's parents

• Consult with the SENCO

• Complete an application form & post to the Burnside Team or hand it to your liaison RTLB