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Special Needs Education in Primary Teaching Assistants
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£19.50 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
2.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
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Overview

Why Study This Special Needs Education in Primary Teaching Assistants?

  • Recruitment Shortfall: UK primary ITT reached 88% of its target in 2024/25; globally, 44 million teachers are needed by 2030.
  • Teacher Numbers Decline: England lost 2,900 FTE nursery and primary teachers (-1.3%) in 2024/25; worldwide attrition has nearly doubled since 2015.
  • Teacher Retention: 89.7% of 2023-qualified teachers remained in the profession after one year; many globally leave within five years.
  • Starting Salary: Entry-level primary/secondary teachers in England start at £32,916 (higher in London); median pay reached £49,037 in 2024/25.
  • Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio: PTR in English state-funded schools is 20.8:1; some regions in Sub-Saharan Africa exceed recommended levels.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand core Special Needs principles for effective Primary Teaching.
  • Apply SEND Code of Practice for ages 0–25 in Special Needs education.
  • Implement inclusive Primary Teaching strategies for children with Special Needs.
  • Ensure safeguarding and well-being of children with Special Needs.
  • Develop practical Special Needs skills for accessibility, health, and safety in Primary Teaching.

Opportunities for the UK Job Market

  • Special Needs Teaching Assistant: Apply Special Needs expertise in Primary Teaching; salary range £18,000–£24,000 per annum.

  • Primary Teaching Assistant: Support children with Special Needs in primary schools; salary range £18,000–£22,000 per annum.

  • SEND Support Worker: Use Special Needs knowledge to assist students with additional needs; salary range £20,000–£28,000 per annum.

Key Features of Special Needs Education in Primary Teaching Assistants Course

  • CPDQE & CPD IQ Accredited
  • High-quality video tutorials
  • Immediate e-certificate upon completion
  • Fully online, interactive Special Needs Education in Primary Teaching Assistants course with audio narration
  • Flexible self-paced learning accessible on laptop, tablet, or smartphone
  • 24/7 support to assist with your learning journey

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

9
sections
51
lectures
2h 48m
total

    • 1: Primary Teaching: 1.1 Understanding SEND 04:34
    • 2: Primary Teaching: 1.2 The LAW and SEND 03:30
    • 3: Primary Teaching: 1.3 The Different Models of Disability 02:15
    • 4: Primary Teaching: 1.4 The Different Areas of Needs 04:28
    • 5: Primary Teaching: 1.5 Developing Partnership to Help Support Children with SEND 03:53

    • 6: Primary Teaching: 2.1 The Principles of the SEND Code of Practice (UK) 05:06
    • 7: Primary Teaching: 2.2 Roles and Responsibilities 05:07
    • 8: Primary Teaching: 2.3 Supporting Children and Young People with SEND 03:02
    • 9: Primary Teaching: 2.4 Support for Children and Young People 04:25
    • 10: Primary Teaching: 2.5 Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessments 03:59
    • 11: Primary Teaching: 2.6 EHC Plans 04:29

    • 12: Primary Teaching: 3.1 Non-Inclusive Practice 03:15
    • 13: Primary Teaching: 3.2 Inclusive Practice 04:39
    • 14: Primary Teaching: 3.3 Difference Between Inclusive and Non-Inclusive Practice 02:01
    • 15: Primary Teaching: 3.4 Inclusive Practice in Early Years 04:04
    • 16: Primary Teaching: 3.5 Inclusive Practice in Child Care 01:44
    • 17: Primary Teaching: 3.6 Inclusive Education and UK Legislation 01:52
    • 18: Primary Teaching: 3.7 Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment in Schools 05:14

    • 19: Primary Teaching: 4.1 Safeguarding Children and Young People with SEND 03:20
    • 20: Primary Teaching: 4.2 Who are Children or Young People with SEND 01:02
    • 21: Primary Teaching: 4.3 Why do Children with SEND Need Special Care 01:41
    • 22: Primary Teaching: 4.4 Spotting the Signs 03:27
    • 23: Primary Teaching: 4.5 Purpose of Guidance 01:28
    • 24: Primary Teaching: 4.6 Practice Guidance for All Professionals 04:06
    • 25: Primary Teaching: 4.7 Sex & Relationship Education 00:38
    • 26: Primary Teaching: 4.8 Initial Contact And Referral 01:32
    • 27: Primary Teaching: 4.9 National Strategy 05:27

    • 28: Primary Teaching: 5.1 Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 03:45
    • 29: Primary Teaching: 5.2 Manual Handling Regulations 1992 02:37
    • 30: Primary Teaching: 5.3 Equality Act 2010 02:00
    • 31: Primary Teaching: 5.4 Children and Families Act 2014 02:42
    • 32: Primary Teaching: 5.5 Special Education Needs (SEN) Code of Practice 03:38

    • 33: Primary Teaching: 6.1 Reasonable Adjustment 05:34
    • 34: Primary Teaching: 6.2 Moving and Handling Policy 02:53
    • 35: Primary Teaching: 6.3 Health and Safety Requirements 03:03

    • 36: Primary Teaching: 7.1 Sustainable School Travel 02:38
    • 37: Primary Teaching: 7.2 Audit of Infrastructure to Support School Travel 02:10
    • 38: Primary Teaching: 7.3 Provision of Travel Arrangements and Eligibilities 03:46
    • 39: Primary Teaching: 7.4 Bus Safety Considerations 02:49

    • 40: Primary Teaching: 8.1 Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) 02:44
    • 41: Primary Teaching: 8.2 The Fire Safety Act 2021 01:12
    • 42: Primary Teaching: 8.3 Fire Safety Management of Mobility-Impaired Persons 01:52
    • 43: Primary Teaching: 8.4 Building Safety Act 2022 01:44
    • 44: Primary Teaching: 8.5 Key Roles and Responsibilities 05:01

    • 45: Primary Teaching: 9.1 Why Promote SEND Inclusion 04:27
    • 46: Primary Teaching: 9.2 International Schools' Role in SEND Inclusion 03:59
    • 47: Primary Teaching: 9.3 Impact of Local Law on SEND Inclusion 04:00
    • 48: Primary Teaching: 9.4 Schools' Contribution to SEND Inclusion 02:17
    • 49: Primary Teaching: 9.5 Roles and Responsibilities of Responsible Persons 02:29
    • 50: Primary Teaching: 9.6 Approaches to Educating Children 03:02
    • 51: Primary Teaching: 9.7 Case Studies 06:40

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Description

Key Lesson Highlights

➥ Foundations of SEND Awareness

  • Build essential Special Needs awareness for effective Primary Teaching.

➥ SEND Code of Practice: Guidelines for Ages 0–25

  • Learn Special Needs legal guidelines to support children and young adults in Primary Teaching.

➥ Inclusive Teaching Strategies in Early Childhood

  • Master inclusive Primary Teaching methods for children with Special Needs.

➥ Safeguarding and Supporting Children with SEND

  • Develop safeguarding skills for protecting children with Special Needs in Primary Teaching environments.

➥ Health, Safety, and Compliance in SEND Settings

  • Ensure safe and compliant Special Needs educational environments for Primary Teaching.

➥ Implementing Reasonable Adjustments for Accessibility

  • Apply Special Needs accessibility adjustments to enhance Primary Teaching learning.

➥ Promoting Sustainable and Safe School Travel

  • Use safe and sustainable practices in Primary Teaching and Special Needs transport planning.

➥ Emergency Planning and Safety Procedures in Schools

  • Prepare for emergencies in Primary Teaching settings for children with Special Needs.

➥ Fostering SEND Inclusion in International Education

  • Promote global Special Needs inclusion strategies in Primary Teaching and international classrooms.

Who is this course for?

This Special Needs Education in Primary Teaching course is for anyone. This qualification will enable you to progress into further learning in Primary Teaching; such as:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Primary Teaching
  • Level 3 Diploma in Primary Teaching
  • Level 4 Diploma in Primary Teaching
  • Level 5 Diploma in Primary Teaching
  • Level 3 Certificate in Special Needs
  • Level 4 Certificate in Special Needs
  • Level 5 Certificate in Special Needs

Career path

  • Special Education Teacher
  • Classroom Assistant
  • SEN Teachers
  • SEN Teaching Assistant

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