The School Support Staff Development Team offers introductory level training for:

Teaching Assistants i.e. all those giving direct support to teaching & learning within the classroom environment.

All other School Support Staff working throughout the school e.g. administrative staff, caretakes, lunch-time organisers, librarians, technicians, out-of-school workers etc.

We can offer advice about many qualifications and training opportunities, including how to acheive Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status.

Please click on the links below for a summary of School Support Staff Training Courses (September 2009 to July 2010) and the relevant booking form. 'Summary of Courses' 'Course Booking Form' N.B These courses should be booked directly with the School Support Staff Development Team - please do not try to book through the REAL Trust

Additional Information:

Course booklets are sent into schools at the end of the summer term

Newsletters are usually circulated once per term.

Network meetings are held regulalrly throughout the year. These and any new developments and training opportunities are advertised by fliers sent into schools. 

Rochdale Schools Intranet (RSI) - The TA/SSS page is updated regularly with new courses and other relevant information.