Why You Should Buy This Course
Course Introduction
Investing in the Level 3 Certificate in SEND Teaching Assistance ensures that your teaching assistants are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to support students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This course is essential for senior leaders, special educational needs coordinators (SENCOs), and governors who aim to uphold educational standards and provide comprehensive support for SEND students. By enrolling your teaching assistants in this course, you are fostering a more inclusive and effective learning environment, ultimately leading to improved student outcomes and school reputation.
Programme Overview
Benefits for Individuals
- Professional Development: Gain specialised knowledge and skills in supporting SEND students, enhancing professional qualifications.
- Career Advancement: Improve employability and potential for career progression within the education sector.
- Practical Skills: Acquire practical strategies and techniques that can be immediately applied in educational settings.
- Confidence: Build confidence in the ability to support diverse learning needs effectively.
Benefits for Schools
- Enhanced Support: Provide better support for SEND students, leading to improved educational outcomes and overall student wellbeing.
- Staff Development: Invest in the professional growth of teaching assistants, fostering a more knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Inclusive Education: Promote inclusive education practices, ensuring all students have access to quality learning experiences.
- Reputation: Enhance the reputation of the institution as one that values and effectively supports diversity and inclusion.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for:
- Current teaching assistants looking to specialise in SEND support.
- Individuals aspiring to begin a career as a teaching assistant in SEND settings.
- Educators seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in inclusive education.
- School administrators, SEN coordinators, and governors aiming to improve their institution’s support for SEND students.
Course Outline
Session 1: Exploring the Role of the Teaching Assistant
Session 2: Best Practices for Classroom Support
Session 3: Leading High-Quality Interventions
Session 4: Developing Basic Literacy and Numeracy Skills
Session 5: Supporting Physical and Sensory Needs
Session 6: Communication and Interaction Support
Session 7: Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Support
Programme Delivery
Online
Level 7
9 Months
7 Modules
Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria Summary
- Understanding Various SEND Needs:
- Describe the indicators of dyscalculia and its impact on numerical development.
- Explain typical developmental stages in maths acquisition and identify difficulties for dyscalculic learners.
- Understand why learners may struggle with numeracy acquisition.
- Understanding the Causes and Effects of Learning-Related Anxieties:
- Describe the causes of maths anxiety and their impact on numerical development.
- Explain how maths anxiety can manifest in learners.
- Reflect on teaching practices that may contribute to maths anxiety.
- Developing and Implementing Support Strategies:
- Identify best practices for supporting physical and sensory needs, including motor skills and support for hearing and visually impaired pupils.
- Explain methods for supporting communication and interaction needs, including various therapeutic techniques.
- Describe strategies for supporting social, emotional, and mental health needs, focusing on self-monitoring, regulation skills, and de-escalation techniques.
Module Overview and Assessments
Session 1: Exploring the Role of the Teaching Assistant
In this session, teaching assistants will gain a comprehensive understanding of their multifaceted role within the educational setting. They will explore how their position impacts student learning and development, and identify personal career development points and goals. This foundational knowledge sets the stage for effective support and personal growth.
Session 3: Leading High-Quality Interventions
Participants will learn how to conduct effective interventions that lead to significant improvements in student learning. The session covers the process of transferring learning from interventions back into the classroom and identifies quick-win support strategies for maximum impact. This knowledge is crucial for ensuring that interventions are effective and sustainable.
Session 5: Supporting Physical and Sensory Needs
This session addresses the specific needs of pupils with physical and/or sensory challenges. Teaching assistants will learn methods to improve fine and gross motor skills and how to support hearing and visually impaired pupils. The goal is to ensure that all students receive appropriate support tailored to their unique needs.
Session 2: Best Practices for Classroom Support
This session focuses on best practices for supporting learning during various classroom activities. Teaching assistants will learn about adaptive teaching methods and how to use scaffolding to promote student independence. The session aims to equip them with strategies to enhance their effectiveness during lessons, group work, and classroom transitions.
Session 4: Developing Basic Literacy and Numeracy Skills
In this session, teaching assistants will focus on supporting pupils in developing essential literacy and numeracy skills. They will explore techniques for spelling and decoding, as well as strategies for enhancing number sense in students. This session aims to provide practical tools to improve foundational academic skills in SEND students.
Session 6: Communication and Interaction Support
Participants will explore various methods for supporting pupils with communication and interaction needs. The session includes practical applications of LEGO-based therapy, bucket therapy, Makaton, intensive interactions, and early play strategies. These techniques are designed to enhance communication skills and interaction among SEND students.
Session 7: Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Support
The final session focuses on supporting the social, emotional, and mental health needs of pupils. Teaching assistants will learn strategies to help students develop self-monitoring and regulation skills, as well as effective de-escalation techniques. This session aims to create a supportive environment that fosters emotional well-being and resilience.
Cohort Delivery
Cohorts will be delivered in October, February and May each year. Maximum numbers apply, so early application is recommended to secure a place.
Programme Cost Level 7
Level 3 UK
£790
inc VAT
Depost Level 3 UK
£290
inc VAT
Level 3 International
£659
Depost
Level 3 International
£259
Individual Direct Debit options UK only Level 3
£132 per month
inc VAT 6 Monthly payments Total payment £729
How to Enrol
This course is an excellent opportunity for both individuals and schools to develop the necessary skills and strategies to support SEND students effectively. Enrol now to make a positive impact on your professional journey and your educational community. For more information and to enrol, please visit our website or contact our course advisors.
Detailed Course Information
Developed in Partnership
This course has been written and developed in conjunction with Cadmus Inclusive for SEND Group, ensuring it meets the highest standards for supporting SEND students effectively.
Declaration – Please note that by completing and submitting an application form you are agreeing to the following:
- I understand that failure to pay the course fee or to maintain the direct debit payments may lead to the course content being blocked.
- I accept that if I withdraw from the course, or request any changes, after being invoiced and enrolled I will incur an admin fee of £225.
- I accept that at the end of the course to receive my OCN certificate I will pay an admin fee £58+ VAT
- I agree that I will not reproduce any part of the course without written permission.
- I understand that the course curriculum may be changed and/or updated periodically
- I confirm that the work that I produce will be my own and any sources I have used will be clearly referenced
Data Protection
By completing this form, you are agreeing for us to administer your booking and where necessary share your information internally within the Lead tutor, SEND Group and OCN London
We will not pass your information on to any organisation external to the Dyscalculia Association, SEND Group or OCN London