Teaching Assistant Learning Pathways (TALP)
A national programme of professional learning has been developed for Teaching Assistants across Wales which is being offered by all Regional Consortia.
In line with the National Professional Learning Entitlement every educational professional has the opportunity to develop their skills and experience through professional learning. Depending on experience and previous training it should be possible to identify a suitable and appropriate development programme. The Teaching Assistants Learning Pathway has been developed to support Teaching Assistants identify and access a development programme appropriate to their current need.
National Induction Programme for New Teaching Assistants
Available on demand
Link to register: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=K24GreVapkCdiKNnF3hwlBJWf9BSBl9Lg7-RtWSSBDZUMjRMU1ZUUUNWVDhSUVdKUk82RlNHNDZJOS4u
This is a national programme for individuals to develop the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful Teaching Assistant in their setting. The programme supports new Teaching Assistants to better understand the educational setting in which they work and their responsibilities as a professional in Welsh education.
Target Audience
People new to the role of Teaching Assistant with a developing knowledge and understanding of their role and responsibilities.
Date
Training may be completed at a time convenient to the teaching assistants and their setting.
Timing
On demand.
Delivery method
The programme is delivered through distance learning on a digital platform. It consists of four modules in the form of a playlist. All activities will be delivered in Welsh, English or bilingually.
Application
Facilitators
Each module is introduced by a regional TALP coordinator.
Contact e-mail
heulwen.lloyd@partneriaeth.cymru
National Programme for Practising Teaching Assistants
Next cohort Spring 2024
Link to register:
to be confirmed
The programme will provide information relating to the professional standards, current relevant strategies to support their practice, Curriculum for Wales and a range of ideas and strategies to inspire professionalism back in school.
Target Audience
The national programme is for those with more than two years' experience, and who would welcome an update on the changes to the context of the profession.
Dates
Module 1 - 18/01/23
Module 2 - 01/02/23
Module 3 - 08/03/23
Module 4 - 22/03/23
Timing
1:15 – 3:30pm
Delivery method
On-line delivery through Microsoft Teams.
All activities will be delivered in Welsh, English or bilingually.
A combination of activities and self-directed study.
Application
Link:
https://forms.office.com/r/6w5MdbBjXB
Facilitator
Each module is introduced by the regional coordinator and HLTAs.
Contact e-mail
heulwen.lloyd@partneriaeth.cymru
National Aspiring HLTA Development Programme
Next cohort - Cylch 7
Link to register:
https://forms.office.com/e/nHL5udrJvX
Applications close June 19th 2023
It is the equivalent of a 5 day programme delivered over 2 – 3 terms and examines the new professional standards in depth. The programme explores the crucial role of Teaching Assistants in supporting the pupils and schools in achieving the objectives of the National Mission, Schools as Learning Organisations and developing the New Curriculum.
Target Audience
This Aspiring HLTA Programme is to support the most experienced Teaching Assistants who wish to further develop their skills and identify their readiness for HLTA Assessment.
Dates
Cylch 7 dates to be confirmed.
Timing
To be confirmed.
Delivery method
Delivery of the programme may be on-line or face to face, or a hybrid version.
All activities will be delivered in Welsh, English or bilingually.
A combination of activities and self-directed study, online support and webinars. The webinars will be designed to address core aspects of the programme and to deal with questions.
Application
Applications close June 19th 2023. Successful applicants will be advised July 6th December 2023.
Link https://forms.office.com/e/nHL5udrJvX
Facilitators
Each module is introduced by the regional coordinator and HLTAs.
Contact e-mail
heulwen.lloyd@partneriaeth.cymru
Classroom For Partneriaeth Teaching Assistants
Available on demand
Code to Google Classroom:
27yg6pi
A collaborative space for Teaching Assistants to access information and training online.
Target Audience
All Teaching Assistants throughout Partneriaeth.
Dates
The resources can be engaged with at a time that is convenient for the TAs and their location.
Timing
On demand.
Delivery method
Engagement with the classroom via Google Classroom on Hwb.
Registration
Contact the coordinator for the code.
Contact e-mail
heulwen.lloyd@partneriaeth.cymru
National Programme for New HLTA Assessor Training
Next cohort - Cylch 5
Link to register:
to be confirmed
The Regional School Improvement Consortia are seeking practitioners to join the team involved in the Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) Assessment Programme on behalf of the Welsh Government.
Target Audience
A senior leader or teacher with proven experience of working effectively with teaching assistants; an experienced teaching assistant with HLTA status , or have a role in your regional Consortia.
Dates
Module 1 - 13/03/2023
Module 2 – 20/03/2023
Module 3 – 27/03/2023
Module 4 – 08/05/2023
Time
Every session 1:15 - 3:15 pm
Delivery method
Engagement on-line through Microsoft Teams.
Registration
Link:
https://forms.office.com/r/L8JJEB4CpF
Applications close 16/02/2023
Contact e-mail
heulwen.lloyd@partneriaeth.cymru
National HLTA Development Day - Partneriaeth
Next event - Spring 2024
Link to register:
to be confirmed
An event to celebrate success, share good practice and promote professional learning.
Target Audience
Information of interest to all who have gained HLTA status
Date
Monday 27th March 2023
Time
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Delivery method
A face to face event at the Swansea.com Stadium
To include:
Guest Speaker – Nina Jackson, International Education Consultant and Wellbeing Ambassador
Other speakers who will deliver powerful developments and opportunities for the HLTA workforce
Practitioners sharing good practice
Market place event
Networking opportunities
For further information contact:
heulwen.lloyd@partneriaeth.cymru
Registration
Link:
Applications close 1pm Thursday 23rd March 2023
Contact e-mail
heulwen.lloyd@partneriaeth.cymru