Curriculum
Teaching Assistant Diploma Course
Module 1: Introduction to the role
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Module 2: Key stages and child development
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Module 3: Learning and behaviour
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Module 4: Supporting learners part 1
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Module 5: Supporting learners part 2
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Module 6: Additional TA duties
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Module 7: Preparing to work as a TA
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EHCP
In this lesson, we will delve into the vital role of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) in supporting learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). As a teaching assistant, understanding EHCPs is crucial for effectively supporting the diverse needs of students in inclusive educational settings.
1. Understanding EHCPs:
– Definition and Purpose: Explain what EHCPs are and their significance in providing tailored support for learners with SEND.
– Legal Framework: Explore the legal framework underpinning EHCPs, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice.
– Key Components: Break down the key components of an EHCP, including the child or young person’s needs, outcomes, provision, and personal budget.
2. Process of EHCP Assessment and Development:
– Referral and Assessment: Outline the process of how a learner is referred for an EHCP assessment and the multi-agency assessment involved.
– EHCP Planning: Discuss how EHCPs are developed collaboratively with input from educational professionals, health practitioners, parents/carers, and the learner themselves.
– Annual Review: Highlight the importance of annual reviews in monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and making necessary adjustments to the EHCP.
3. Implementing EHCPs in Practice:
– Collaborative Working: Emphasize the importance of effective collaboration between teaching assistants, teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers, and external agencies in implementing EHCPs.
– Differentiated Support: Explore strategies for providing differentiated support to meet the individual needs outlined in the EHCP, including adaptations to teaching and learning activities.
– Monitoring and Reporting: Discuss the role of teaching assistants in monitoring the progress of learners with EHCPs and reporting any concerns or successes to relevant stakeholders.
4. Ethical Considerations and Confidentiality:
– Respect for Privacy: Highlight the importance of maintaining confidentiality and respecting the privacy of learners with EHCPs and their families.
– Safeguarding: Discuss how to balance confidentiality with the duty to safeguard learners, particularly when concerns arise regarding their well-being or safety.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, EHCPs play a crucial role in ensuring that learners with SEND receive the support they need to reach their full potential. As teaching assistants, it is essential to have a thorough understanding of EHCPs and to work collaboratively with other professionals to effectively support learners in inclusive educational settings.