Teaching Assistants CPD Pathway
Leading inclusion programmes and interventions
You may also consider encouraging your Teaching Assistants (TAs) to take part in extra, appropriate CPD to enhance their abilities and spearhead activities that foster inclusive practice in your school, depending on your school community needs and current priorities.
Research on TAs delivering targeted interventions in one-to-one or small group settings shows a consistent impact on attainment of approximately three to four additional months. The EEF (Education Endowment Foundation) provides e-learning and guidance on the effective use of teaching assistants to lead impactful interventions:
Inclusive cultures
SEMH interventions
Anna Freud: These self-care plans walk children and young people through a series of steps, helping them create a simple self-care plan that works for them. It helps children identify activities that they can use to support their mental health.