Training & Events
Check out and sign up for our latest training and events and learn what is on offer from a range of other providers.
Communication & Interaction Specialist Network 2023-24
A half-termly specialist networking opportunity for pupil-facing support staff who have a particular interest in communication & interaction needs, and supporting children and young people with a diagnosis or traits of autism. The first half of each session will be dedicated to theme-specific input, including resource recommendations, updates, strategies, signposting to training etc. The second half will then be available for professional networking, where you can share strategies and ideas with colleagues from other schools in Suffolk.
Suffolk TA Network Conference 2023
Tickets are now available for the next Suffolk TA Network annual conference on Monday 2nd October 2023 at Trinity Park Conference and Events Centre, Ipswich.
Dyslexia Specialist Network
A specialist networking opportunity for teaching assistants who have a particular interest in dyslexia.
The first half of each session will be dedicated to theme-specific input, including resource recommendations, updates, strategies, signposting to training etc.
The second half will then be available for professional networking, where you can share strategies and ideas with colleagues from other schools in Suffolk.
Communication & Interaction Specialist Network
A half-termly specialist networking opportunity for teaching assistants who have a particular interest in communication & interaction needs, and supporting children and young people with a diagnosis or traits of autism.
The first half of each session will be dedicated to theme-specific input, including resource recommendations, updates, strategies, signposting to training etc.
The second half will then be available for professional networking, where you can share strategies and ideas with colleagues from other schools in Suffolk.
Introduction to Makaton
This one-hour session will provide you with a free opportunity to find out more about Makaton and learn a range of signs that you can use to support pupils in school.
Developing an ‘Essential TA Toolkit’
During this session, we will explore and share ideas to create an ‘Essential TA Toolkit’. Many teaching assistants carry a set of resources with them, but what is in your pack of essentials and how do you use these to support learning? Come and find out from other TAs and learn how to use some everyday items in creative and effective ways.