What does it take to really excel as a teaching assistant?
Teaching assistants play a crucial role in today's schools. In addition to supporting the teaching and learning of pupils and helping to take care of their social and emotional needs, they need to be able to turn their hands to most things in school - from dealing with an injured pupil to supervising groups on school trips.
This book will give you the knowledge, practical guidance and tools you need to shine inside and outside the classroom as a teaching assistant. Fully updated, this new edition includes changes to relevant legislation and guidance and adds a new chapter on equality and diversity in schools, as well as looking at research into the role. Through real-life examples, case studies, activities, do's and don't lists and tips, you'll explore the varied roles teaching assistants occupy in primary and secondary schools and learn how to deal with common issues that may arise.
- Understand the school curriculum, timetabling and planning
- Better support the pupils in your care
- Manage pupil behaviour in the classroom
- Understand your responsibilities around safeguarding
- Work more effectively with other school staff
'A must-have for anyone interested in being a TA.' Penny Tassoni MBE, Author, education consultant and trainer.
'An essential guide: full of advice, case studies and 'dos & don'ts'. Perfect for those new to, or considering joining, one of the most valuable school roles.' Nadeem Qureshi, Class teacher and Senior Leader, Chevening Primary School
