The SEN Teaching Assistants

Overview

This course is designed to provide aspiring and current SEN teaching assistants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support pupils with special educational needs. Participants will learn about the different types of special educational needs, how to identify and assess them, and the legal frameworks and guidelines that govern SEN provision in the UK. Through this course, participants will explore teaching approaches and strategies that are effective for supporting pupils with SEN. They will also examine issues of inclusion and exclusion, and how to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

The course will cover topics such as the SEN Code of Practice, current legislation, and the range of needs that pupils with SEN may have. Participants will also learn about school-based training and early professional experiences that can enhance their skills and knowledge as SEN teaching assistants. This course is suitable for anyone who is interested in working as a SEN teaching assistant or who is currently working in this role and wants to develop their knowledge and skills further. There are no formal requirements for taking this course, but participants should have a basic understanding of education and teaching practices. Effective communication skills, including written and spoken English, are also essential for success in this course.

What Will You Learn?

• What special educational needs are and how they are identified and assessed
• The legal frameworks and guidelines that govern SEN provision in the UK, including the SEN Code of Practice and current legislation
• The range of needs that pupils with SEN may have, including physical, sensory, and learning needs
• Teaching approaches and strategies that are effective for supporting pupils with SEN
• How to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils, including those with SEN
• School-based training and early professional experiences that can enhance your skills and knowledge as a SEN teaching assistant
• Standards information related to SEN teaching and support

Who Should Take The SEN Teaching Assistants Course?

This course is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career as a special educational needs teaching assistant or who are currently working in this role and looking to enhance their skills and knowledge. It is also suitable for teachers, school administrators, and other education professionals who want to learn more about supporting pupils with special educational needs in the classroom. No prior experience or qualifications are required to take this course, although a basic understanding of the education system in the UK would be beneficial.

Requirements

There are no specific requirements for taking this course. However, a basic understanding of the education system in the UK would be beneficial. Additionally, access to a computer or mobile device with an internet connection will be necessary to complete the course materials and assessments.