2nd Edition
The Essential Guide for Competent Teaching Assistants Meeting the National Occupational Standards at Level 2
Preamble Contents Acknowledgements Figures Photographs Abbreviations 1. Introduction 2. Starting with yourself 3. Working with others – the importance of relationships 4. The school structures, systems and procedures that you need to know and understand 5. Development and learning 6.Care and support of pupils 7. Providing for similarities and differences of pupils 8. Supporting the teacher and teaching 9.Supporting the curriculum 10. Supporting English and mathematics 11. Supporting ICT and practical subjects including play 12. Looking forwards - with useful websites and ideas for further reading References Index
Biography
Anne Watkinson is an ex-head teacher and LEA senior advisor who now works independently as a consultant on the role and development of teaching assistants. She has worked in this capacity for both the Department for Children, Schools and Familes as well as the Training and Development Agency for Schools.
