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As we continue into April, Easter is just around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to get your class working on some fun Easter crafts!
 
Introducing your students to Easter crafts will allow them to get creative, improve their artistic skills, and make something they can be proud of.
 

The Training Room | 07/04/2022 11:12:33

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, coming up with fun crafts is a must for celebrating and having the students get creative. There’s an abundance of different craft ideas you could go for and it creates a memorable, enjoyable experience and allows students to work on their artistic skills too.

The Training Room | 08/02/2022 12:00:00

One aspect of becoming a Teaching Assistant that you’ll quickly need to grow accustomed to is how to communicate effectively with shy, introverted students. You’ll come across all different personality types from: boisterous, the giggly types, super-duper outgoing kids - all of which might be easy to interact with and direct.

The Training Room | 14/12/2021 12:00:00

If you’re keen to find a position as a Teaching Assistant and want to directly impact the educational experience of young learners, working in the classroom provides a highly rewarding (and fun!) work environment. Teaching Assistants are valuable assets to any school or learning centre to ensure students understand what is expected of them and help with any questions, further thoughts, and concerns.

The Training Room | 01/11/2021 09:00:00

Looking to create your first Teaching Assistant covering letter or finetune your current one? Having a detailed, well thought-out covering letter is the difference between gaining real consideration to fill a position or being overlooked by employers. It’s the opportunity to illuminate your passion for making a difference in young people’s educational experience, share your teaching ethos, talk about your experiences helping others or where your desire to work as a Teaching Assistant comes from. A great covering letter allows you to have the opportunity to introduce yourself in a comprehensive manner, highlights your strengths, what sets you apart from other applicants and shows you’re serious about the job opening. 

The Training Room | 14/10/2021 09:00:00

While taking on a position as a Teaching Assistant, it’s important to build a strong understanding and solid working relationship with your designated Teacher. Being in sync when it comes to class rules, teaching styles and overall student guidance is the foundation for creating an excellent working relationship in the classroom.

The Training Room | 16/09/2021 09:00:00

Working in the classroom is vibrant, lively and ultimately very rewarding as you can make a direct impact on a student’s education and experience. You can make a real difference! But for new Teaching Assistants, it can be a little intimidating at first... even with the littlest of pupils!  Building classroom confidence doesn’t always happen overnight, there are factors to consider like: learning how to build relationships with students, adhering to your teacher’s needs and particular teaching style on top of figuring out how to navigate through assisting classes in general.

The Training Room | 12/08/2021 09:00:00

The first month in your new job working as a Teaching Assistant will be different to any other career you’ve had – that’s why so many people opt for this career change! It might be surprising at first, but within a month or so, you’ll be settled into your new role and find you’ve already learnt a great deal.

The Training Room | 07/06/2021 10:00:00

The school environment in England will take another step towards normality next week where students and teachers in secondary school will no longer be required to wear masks in the classroom and in common spaces. This will come as welcome news and a sign that students can permanently return to their classroom.

This being said, most students around the UK will have missed out on at least some form of learning over the last 12 months. Despite the brilliant job done by teachers and teaching assistants in adapting when needed most and getting pupils caught up since their return to a school setting, there is still undoubtedly a need for some time to readapt to both the physical learning environment and regular studying.

The Training Room | 13/05/2021 10:00:00

Suppose you’re considering a career in education as a Teaching Assistant. In this case, you may be wondering what benefits there are to being a TA and what type of job progression is available once you become a classroom Teaching Assistant. Becoming a TA (Teaching Assistant) is a big commitment, but despite the sometimes chaotic environment, a Teaching Assistant role can be one of the most rewarding careers available! You’ll get to become part of the students’ lives and watch them learn and develop as the school year progresses.

The Training Room | 15/04/2021 09:00:00