The HLTA courses for Dorset and Devon starting in November will now be going ahead online due to current restrictions.
TADSS are delighted to be working with HLTA Community South West supporting the 3-day HLTA preparation for assessment training. This nationally recognised award is open to all TAs. The programme will be running in Devon and Dorset starting in November 2020 and March 2021. BENEFITS OF HLTA STATUS Positive impact on pupil performance Helps […]
We are continuing to offer our outreach service in the Autumn Term 2020. Instead of visits to schools this will be held virtually or through telephone calls. Please follow the usual referral procedures. We look forward to hearing from you. Visit Outreach here
TADSS are back following the summer break. We welcome Laura Hemming as our TADSS Administrator, who joins Nichola Chitson in the office. If you need to contact TADSS please use the information provided and Nichola or Laura will reply. Once we have information about any new CPD and training we will post it. We look […]
The TADSS office is now closed for the summer break. We will reopen in September and activity will resume. We have made the decision not to arrange any training for the autumn term until we know what the situation will be regarding Covid-19. We will update in the new term. Until then, we wish you […]
We recently said goodbye to Clare Mackavoy, one of our TADSS Leads, who has been with TADSS since our inception almost 10 years ago. In that time Clare has led on CPD and outreach and been responsible for numerous courses and opportunities for professionals across Dorset. We are extremely grateful to Clare for the work […]
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, most of our TADSS activity has been postponed. Nichola Chitson, our TADSS Lead, is working and will answer any queries that come in. We look forward to being able to begin training again in the future, when it is safe to do so. If you require any training please do […]
In February we said a fond goodbye to our lovely TADSS administrator, Annie Baddiley, who has moved on to work in a school office. Annie was responsible for the planning and marketing of events and many of you will have come across her if you booked courses. She was always cheerful and we will miss […]
Chair of the Research and Development committee, Mark Holloway, is currently undertaking a school wide research project to survey how pupils self identify their physical and mental well being. Outcomes will support all TADSS schools in supporting pupil resilience and SEMH. Westfield is working with the Journal Matcher project who are providing expertise in research […]
UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORTING PUPILS WITH ADHD & ADD Kingston Mauward College 8th November 2019 Thank you to Tracey Foster, Sue Plechowicz and Mel Barnett for a very successful and informative day. We had some fantastic feedback: “Very knowledgeable presenter. Loads of invaluable information and as relevant to SEN practitioners and mainstream colleagues alike. Great […]
Leadership Development News Head teachers, Seán Kretz, Diane Makariou and Joe Barnett have undergone Pilot Ofsted inspections in their schools recently. They have devised a half day training session to guide school leaders through the new framework and prepare for inspections. Click here for flyer: FLYER – Lessons from a Pilot Inspection TADSS is now […]
A practical two day course for any middle leader wishing to improve their skills and gain fresh insights into their role Trainers : Gill Howard & Seán Kretz Venue Dorchester Library & Learning Centre South Walks House Charles Street Dorchester DT1 1EE £60 for two-days Bookings include lunch and refreshments 10% discount for TADSS subscribers […]
TADSS are delighted to be working with HLTA Community South West supporting the 3-day HLTA preparation for assessment training. This nationally recognised award is open to all TAs. The programme will be running in Devon and Dorset during each term starting in October, January and April. BENEFITS OF HLTA STATUS Positive impact on […]
A TADSS RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT PROJECT By Joshua TunPe and Amber Dodge Joshua Tun Pe & Amber Dodge Research project Feb 2019
Three days training in an up to date, practical and therapeutic approach for understanding and responding to behaviour within settings for children and young people. Participants will then be qualified as ‘Steps Tutors’ for their setting. Limited places available. Suitable for SENCOs and Senior Leadership Team members. 9th, 10th and 11th March 2020 9.00am – […]
Wednesday 18th March 2020 Safewise, 481 Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0QF 1.00 – 3.30 pm £40 per peron including refreshments – TADSS subscribers less 10% For teachers & teaching assistants in mainstream and special settings, for primary and secondary age groups. Lego® is a highly structured and systematic construction toy, meaning that children on […]
Friday 18th May 2018 1.30-3.30pm Dorford Centre, Dorchester DT1 1RR Cost £35 inc refreshments Transitions are a large part of any school or work day, as we move to different activities or locations. Studies have indicated that up to 25% of a school day may be spent engaged in transition activities, such as moving […]
Andrew Morris from Yewstock School describes how working with Bournemouth University students on an animation workshop gave pupils with SEND an opportunity to discover new experiences in creating characters with drawing, modelling and computer based design programs. His report can be viewed here: STEM Project
Mark Holloway from Westfield Arts College has been investigating ways in which pupils with SEND can be encouraged to be more independent in their learning and decision making. His report can be viewed here: Independence Research July 2017 Mark Holloway
A DROP IN SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT ROUTES INTO PRIMARY & SECONDARY TEACHING OPTIONS 5th October, 5.30-8pm at The Thomas Hardye School Queens Avenue, Dorchester DT1 2ET. Cost: FREE Suitable for anyone thinking of teaching as a career The session includes: • Information about our highly successful routes into teaching, leading to QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) • Advice on applications • Practical tips on […]