Leading and Managing Teaching Assistants

<p>There are more than 200000 teaching assistants(TAs) in the UK. This comprehensive practical book deals with how to make use of them effectively. Written by a recognised authority on TAs the book investigates</p><ul> <ul> </ul> <li>the roles of leadership and management </li> <li>the various roles of TAs and what distinguishes them from other support staff </li> <li>the whole-school learning environment </li> <li>Auditing the needs of the school and the needs of the TAs </li> <li>good practice in appointing and developing TAs – technicalities examples and proforma. </li> <li>using a TA in the classroom - guidance for teachers </li> <li>leading a team of TAs.</li> <ul> </ul> </ul><p>This supportive and stimulating book is complemented with practical and effective strategies for managing TAs. TAs can contribute to higher standards for pupils better curriculum delivery improved work-life balance and effectiveness for teachers and support for whole school policies. </p><p>Including examples of good practice real-life accounts research evidence sources of help and suggestions for further reading this book provides all the guidance a manager will need to help them make the best use of their TAs.</p>