Join me for an insightful conversation with educator Martin Ferguson as we discuss the challenges faced by SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) students in writing. We’ll explore the cognitive demands of writing and share practical strategies to better support their learning, foster independence, and create inclusive classrooms.
He has also had his work published in Kate Jones’ book ‘Feedback Strategies’ and the best selling book One Pagers Vol 2 by Jamie Clark.
Martin Ferguson was born in Belfast and has been an English teacher for fourteen years. His focus has always been on making day-to-day classroom teaching accessible and responsive to the needs of the pupils whilst ensuring high expectations for all.
Martin has worked in several high performing schools in both the secondary and grammar sector and has had the privilege of working in a mixed ability environment for much of his career.
His roles have included head of department and literacy coordinator. He also delivers seminars to NQTs at QUB and has presented at ResearchEd Belfast and Lit Drive Conference 2025. He has had work published and has featured on Teachers Talk Radio alongside Jamie Clark, author of ‘One Pagers’.
He currently works in the Education Authority in ‘Time Out for Positive Steps’ (TOPS) as an English and SEND teacher working with pupils who have been referred via CAMHS service. He provides training and support for beginning teachers and middle leaders, as well as guidance for Self Evaluation, curriculum planning and effective use of data.
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