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Teaching Assistants Development Programme - 3/6 - Visual Communication

  • This development programme specifically designed for Teaching Assistants will run throughout the year and consist of 6 sessions. TA’s can attend all or a selection of these sessions.
  • This practical session explores the power of visual communication in supporting all learners, particularly those with SEND or EAL.
  • TAs will learn how to create and implement effective visual timetables, now/next boards, and task planners.
  • The course emphasizes evidence-based approaches to reduce cognitive load and anxiety, helping pupils navigate their school day with greater independence.

TA development programme:

  1. Behaviour – 8 October 
  2. Adaptive practices – 2 December 
  3. Visual communication – 21 January 
  4. Scaffolding – 18 March 
  5. Social skills intervention – 19 May
  6. Questioning – 9 June 

Cole Andrew, Vigeo Partners Ltd

Cole is a seasoned coach and mentor, guiding people to unlock potential, refine leadership practice, and develop sustainable improvement in education, workplaces, and personal development. His career has spanned 35 years, partnering with education (learners, parents, teachers, and school leaders) to unlock potential, refine leadership practice, and develop sustainable improvement in education and life. Cole has a wide-ranging professional and personal background in supporting people with special educational needs and disability, attachment and trauma difficulties, and neurodiversity.

Hafley Court, OL12 9DJ

Buckley Road

Rochdale OL12 9DJ

United Kingdom