Career Resources for Teaching Assistants

Career advice and resources for TAs

Welcome to the teaching assistant career resources hub, your source of support and guidance within the education sector. At Affinity Workforce, we are dedicated to providing teaching assistants with the tools and knowledge necessary to excel in their roles and advance their careers. Whether you are new to the profession or looking to enhance your skills, our content is designed to help you thrive. Below you will find articles and guides tailored for teaching assistants including interview tips, strategies for landing a TA job, and insights into what makes a successful teaching assistant.

What Makes a Good Supply Teaching Assistant

The key success of a teaching assistant (TA) in the classroom is their ability to foster independence and success in a child, without over supporting them. Support can be provided in a range of ways. Find out about the techniques TAs can use support children in the classroom.

TA Interview Tips: Common Questions and How to Prepare

If you’ve recently completed your TA qualification, the next thing to do is find a position that aligns with your skills and preferences. As an education recruitment agency, we aim to provide valuable tips on how to prepare for TA interviews and common questions that may come up.

How to Get a Teaching Assistant Job

To boost your odds of landing a TA position, it’s crucial to navigate your job search effectively and consider advancing your qualifications. This article offers advice and insights to equip you for the job application journey and a fulfilling career in education.

What Makes a Successful Teaching Assistant?

Becoming a successful teaching assistant is more than just supporting teachers in the classroom; it’s about making a positive impact in the lives of students. If you’re interested in becoming a teaching assistant, you may be wondering what skills and qualities are important in the role.

Roles and Responsibilities of Teaching Assistants

TAs play an important role in the classroom, providing support to teachers and students alike. Are you thinking about becoming a teaching assistant? In this guide we outline the responsibilities of TAs, SEND TAs and HLTAs. Find out what type of role suits you the best.

7 Reasons to Become an SEN Teaching Assistant

Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistants play a vital role in the classroom. Working with SEN requires a unique set of skills, including patience and specialised training. Here are seven compelling reasons to consider becoming an SEN teaching assistant.

Useful website links for TAs

The National Association of Teaching Assistants (NATA)

NATA have a range of articles, guides and updates on TA roles and responsibilities, professional development opportunities and best practices.

Click here to access the NATA website.

Twinkl

Twinkl has a section on their website dedicated specifically for teaching assistant resources. Here you can find TA toolboxes, top TA tips, HLTA resources, curriculum aims, and useful blogs.

Click here to access Twinkl teaching assistants.

Education Support

Education Support have a range of well-being resources for teaching assistants and advice on managing stress at work. They also have support networks for TAs focusing on mental health and maintaining a work-life balance.

Click here to access the Education Support website.

Classroom Secrets

This website includes printable resources and educational activities designed to support TAs in delivering effective classroom support.

Click here to access the Classroom Secrets website.

Tips and insights for teaching assistants

Explore our blogs dedicated to providing valuable tips, strategies, and career advice specifically tailored for teaching assistants (TAs). Whether you’re looking for guidance on supporting classroom activities, managing behaviour, or enhancing your professional skills, these blogs offer practical insights from experienced TAs and educational experts.

How to Handle Disruptive Behaviour in the Classroom

Disruptive behaviour in the classroom is a challenge that every teacher faces at some point. Learn how to handle these situations with ease!

The Benefits of Working on Supply

If you’re considering a career in teaching and want a bit more flexibility, working on supply could be a great option for you.

10 Ways to Make Your Classroom More Engaging

Nowadays keeping students engaged is more important than ever. Here are 10 simple ways to make your classroom more engaging.

Stress Awareness Month: Managing Pressure at Work

To mark Stress Awareness Month in April, we’re exploring practical tips for managing stress at work.

International Day of Happiness: Tips for Achieving Work-Life Balance

March 20th is International Day of Happiness. Explore tips for achieving work-life balance to equilibrium between your working and personal life.

Navigating Blue Monday: Tips to Power Through January

Blue Monday is dubbed the “most depressing day of the year” and January can feel a bit like a never-ending marathon! But fear not, we’ve got your back with some top tips to help you smash through this month!

Must Read Books for Primary School Children

As Children’s Book Week 2023 approaches, we’ve put together a list of outstanding books to engage and inspire primary school children of various ages.

Saluting Our Sisters: Black History Month 2023

Black History Month 2023 is a special celebration that not only commemorates the incredible contributions of Black individuals throughout history but also highlights a specific group that has often been overlooked in the past – Black women.

How to Write the Perfect CV

If you are looking for a change in career, or have recently finished your training/education, it really helps to have an up-to-date CV that sells your relevant skills, experience and abilities. But just what is it that makes a great CV?

10 Ways Educators Can Support Children’s Mental Health

World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10th, is a crucial reminder of the importance of mental well-being in our lives. This year let’s shine a spotlight on the role educators play in supporting children’s mental health in schools.