Podcasts

In today’s episode, we look at ‘How schools act upon the evidence on effective deployment of TAs?’ There is a clear body of research considering strategies and approaches that allow Teaching Assistants to have the biggest possible impact in their role. This podcast explores practical steps that schools can take to engage with this research,

In today’s episode, we look at ‘How can TAs be supported through high quality training & development’ For too many years, CPD in schools has focused almost exclusively on teachers. There is a growing acknowledgement that if we are to build truly great schools, we need to invest in the entire workforce. This podcast considers

In today’s episode, we look at ‘What can TAs do to be most effective in their role?’ Increasingly, TAs are being used to deliver specific interventions and other out-of-class support to students. These interventions are only likely to work if the interventions selected are underpinned by research demonstrating their quality, if the implementation is carefully

In today’s episode, we look at ‘How can TAs be most effective when providing in-class support?’ In this series so far, we have looked at the SEND Code of Practice and also considered how schools are currently deploying TAs, as well as looking at the impact this can have. In this episode, we will review

In today’s episode, we look at ‘How are TAs deployed in schools and what is the impact?’ The massive growth in the number of TAs in schools has been driven by concerns about teacher workload, and because of a commitment to inclusive practice, supporting students with SEND to stay in mainstream schools where possible. This

In today’s episode, we look at what do TAs need to know about the SEND code of practice. This podcast helps to summarise some of the fundamental guidance covered in the Code, supporting Teaching Assistants to have a good understanding of the legal frameworks and good practice that underpins their work. Listen now