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In this launch episode, former BBC journalist and neurodiversity consultant Nick Ransom takes listeners inside the world of First Steps Together. Nick meets members of the executive team to explore the organisation’s rapid growth, its ethos and how education, care and transport now work hand in hand to support young people with additional needs.He then catches up with a Head of School about the challenges and successes of a new term, before hearing from a student whose honest reflections bring the mission to life.The episode closes with practical advice on internet safety, plus a behind‑the‑scenes look at what it’s like to work at First Steps Together.Where can I find a transcript of this episode? ⁠Please click here⁠What is Footsteps? In each 30‑minute episode, Footsteps will take you inside the world of specialist education, sharing the people, experiences and stories that shape First Steps Together.What is First Steps Together? A rapidly expanding family of specialist schools, care homes, and transport services across the North West, empowering young people from diverse circumstances, backgrounds and identities.Why should you listen: With updates from across our schools the North West, thoughtful conversations and some laughs along the way, this is the perfect companion for anyone wanting to better understand young people with differences in communication, cognition and emotional and sensory regulation.How can I contact the podcast? Please click hereTimecodes:00:00 Nick welcomes listeners to the first Footsteps episode01:28 Executive team discuss vision and growth02:57 CEO Matt explains origins and diversification into care and transport04:53 Natalie reflects on January, new role and student support06:50 Nick discusses routines, behaviour and attendance with Peak Forest Head of School Paul Sunderland09:48 Attendance and how the approach balances wellbeing13:06 Student voice and belonging at our schools17:45 Transport barriers and wraparound care for young people23:54 Internet safety with Head of Business29:15 Hayley shares career journey and life working in payroll

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This episode is 31 minutes long.

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This episode was published on February 6, 2026.

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In this launch episode, former BBC journalist and neurodiversity consultant Nick Ransom takes listeners inside the world of First Steps Together. Nick meets members of the executive team to explore the organisation’s rapid growth, its ethos and how...

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