This three day programme is for school support staff who want to move towards further qualifications, a professional status and/or a promoted post. The programme creates opportunities for participants to develop their confidence in their own skills and abilities and to identify development opportunities. Whilst many participants will be support staff considering progression to higher level teaching assistant status, it will also be of great benefit to any member of support staff including office staff who may be considering progression to the national CSBM programme.
The programme is personalised to address participants' backgrounds, experience and needs. It reflects the specific local issues and challenges facing support staff and provides first step opportunities for developing leadership and management capability. It will support participants to:
The course is delivered as three whole day sessions spread over two academic terms. In between the face-to-face days, participants will apply their learning back in school. They will have the opportunity to visit other settings, and undertake independent reading and study. Further support is provided through online activities.
The cost of the three day programme is £375+vat per person including lunch and refreshments. Significant discounts are available to schools and LAs booking on behalf of a group of participants.
To find out where and when the next course will be taking place, please email our school improvement team or for HLTA general enquiries, the HLTA team.