TA Academy
All DSPL areas are are pleased to announce the launch of the new TA Academy for support staff.
The TA Academy aims to:
- Equip staff to work with vulnerable learners
- Encourage progress at every level of need
- Improve the wellbeing of the child, young person, family and staff
- Ensure every child and young person feels successful and happy
Online training sessions on a variety of topics are being offered across all the DSPL areas. Click on the document below to find out more about the available training and for booking links.
TA solutions sessions
These online sessions provide an opportunity for support staff to discuss any SEND issues related to their role. A 20 min online appointment can be booked with DSPL7 staff to gain advice and strategies. See flier below for dates and booking information.
Book your place on TA Training Academy offer attachment
Top Tips for TAs
HfL Education are offering a brand new training resource for TAs in schools, to be launched on Thursday 25th September 2025, which is National Teaching Assistant's day. Staff can join the event live or access the session recordings after the event. Click on the document below to find out more information.
Resources for Session 1 Introduction to SEND and understanding an EHCP (09.10.25)
Resources for Session 2 - EBSNA Framework (13.11.25)
EBSNA Framework - Useful links:
Resources for Session 3 – Cognition and Learning support in the classroom (28.1.26)
- Powerpoint notes.pdfPDF File
- spld-processing-speed-difficulties-checklist.pdfPDF File
- Memory and Organisation.pdfPDF File
- Triple Take.pdfPDF File
- Concertina Card.docxDOCX File
- ICT Accessibility Links.docxDOCX File
- Label and write resource sheet.docxDOCX File
- paragraph prompt strip.docxDOCX File
- Sentence frames.docxDOCX File
- Spelling game ideas.docxDOCX File
- Timed Paragraph Writing instructions.docxDOCX File
- timed paragraph writing.docxDOCX File
- Using the cut up sentence approach.docxDOCX File
- word grid - blank.docxDOCX File
- Word wall.docxDOCX File