How effective is the deployment of TAs in your school? How much impact do they have on pupil progress and independence?
Teaching assistants play a vital role in supporting pupils, strengthening provision and enhancing the work of teachers, but their impact varies widely depending on how they are deployed. This session explores what highly effective TA practice looks like and how schools can maximise the contribution TAs make to pupil progress and independence.
You’ll have the opportunity to reflect on current practice in your setting and consider evidence‑informed approaches that strengthen the quality of teaching and learning for all pupils.
What we’ll cover
- How to deploy TAs to supplement rather than replace the teacher, ensuring pupils continue to access high‑quality instruction.
- Developing TAs’ pedagogical skills so they can scaffold learning effectively and promote independence.
- Practical examples of strategies that build metacognition, self‑scaffolding and pupil ownership of learning.
- Approaches for ensuring all staff feel confident and competent in directing and supporting TA practice.
Who is this event for?
This session is ideal for primary teachers, SENCOs, phase leaders and senior leaders who want to refine TA deployment, strengthen classroom practice and improve outcomes for pupils with a range of needs.
Booking
If you are already registered with School Support Solutions please sign in to book this event.