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TA Pathways

Online enrichment resource for TAs. Allow TAs to take control of their development and maximise their potential.

Independent learning

TA Pathways consists of 8 ready-made learning pathways for core TA development. These pathways are certificated by the Univerity of Buckingham. TAs also have access to a library of 65 additional courses to further their knowledge in all areas.

Essential and Advance TA

Classroom Management

Pastoral care/SEND

Inclusion

Boost skills, confidence and impact

Teaching assistants are an essential resource in the classroom but must be prepared and deployed carefully to help maximise their impact on pupils' learning. For schools, MATs and apprenticeship providers committed to enhancing their teaching assistants' effectiveness, TA Pathways provides a flexible, accessible, and engaging solution. A library of expert training courses tailored specifically for TAs, available offline on smartphones and laptops, our short courses and structured learning pathways seamlessly enrich any programme of training or CPD.

Tailored for TAs

Focused on the unique roles and challenges of teaching assistants, ensuring alignment with professional standards.

Proven learning impact

Expert content builds essential skills, boosts confidence and enhances classroom effectiveness

Flexible and accessible

Learn anytime, anywhere – on desktop, mobile, or tablet – with bite-sized courses designed for busy schedules.


Cost effective training

High-quality, impactful learning at a competitive price point.

University-certificated

All pathways are certificated by the University of Buckingham, with digital badges and certificates awarded upon completion.

Popular with TAs

TAs love our courses, our learning app and the opportunity to develop. They are hungry to learn if given the chance.

Supporting apprenticeships

TA Pathways integrates seemlessly into the learning programmes of many providers of TA apprenticeships. It proves a popular enrichment resource and valuable source of evidence.

Prepare learners for in person sessions

Offer deep dives into specialised subjects

Provide evidence for portfolios

Ensure compliance with industry standards

Courses and pathways

Your staff can follow one or more of our 8 tailored learning pathways and earn a certificate from the University of Buckingham, or build their own pathway from the 65 carefully curated courses for TAs.
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Supporting SLCN: Early Years

IAPS Digital Academy (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
This introduction to speech, language and communication difficulties provides simple strategies that can help children in the EYFS develop and learn.
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Supporting SLCN: Primary

IAPS Digital Academy (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
This introduction to speech, language and communication difficulties provides simple strategies that can help primary-aged children develop and learn.
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Talk for Learning

Deep Dive Teaching & Learning (Pathway) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) NASBTT Learn (Library) TA Pathways (Library) Teaching & Learning (Category)
A short course for classroom teachers covering questioning skills, group work and talk for learning.
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The EYFS Framework

Classroom (Category) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) NASBTT Learn (Library) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
An introduction to the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
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Trauma and ACEs

Advanced Pastoral Care (Pathway) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
A course offering advice on how children and young people with experience of trauma can be supported.
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Understanding ADHD

Foster Carers (Category) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) NASBTT Learn (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) SEND (Pathway) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
A short course designed to help staff understand the basics of ADHD and strategies they can implement, created in partnership with ImpactADHD.
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Understanding Autism

IAPS Digital Academy (Library) NASBTT Learn (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) SEND (Pathway) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
Background information and practical strategies to deepen understanding of autism, leading to acceptance and inclusion.
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Understanding CSE

Advanced Pastoral Care (Pathway) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
Promotes understanding and awareness of what child sexual exploitation is, how to spot it and how to deal with concerns.
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Understanding Dyslexia

IAPS Digital Academy (Library) NASBTT Learn (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) SEND (Pathway) TA Pathways (Library) Virtual Schools (Library)
A practical tool covering what dyslexia is, what it is like to have it, the importance of early identification and how to support pupils in the classroom.
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Whistleblowing

Compliance (Category) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) TA Pathways (Library)
Looking at what whistleblowing is, when to blow the whistle, reporting a concern and the safeguards in place to protect whistleblowers.
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Working as a TA

Essential TA (Pathway) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) TA Pathways (Library) TAs (Category)
Helping you understand and reflect on your role as a teaching assistant in the classroom.
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Working with Others

IAPS Digital Academy (Library) TA Pathways (Library)
Ten key topics to help you improve your teamwork and increase your chances of success at work. Part of the 50 Ways to Succeed at Work series.
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Working with Parents

Essential Inclusion (Pathway) Essential Pastoral Care (Pathway) Essential Pastoral Leader (Pathway) IAPS Digital Academy (Library) Pastoral/SEND (Category) TA Pathways (Library)
Exploring how teachers can build relationships with parents/carers and encourage them to get involved in their child's education.
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