The deadline for applications for the next round of preparation for assessment for Higher Level Teaching Assistant status is 9 September 2024

We would like to remind schools that this is not a training programme, but an online preparation workshop leading to a half day school based remote assessment.

The Autumn term dates are:

Submit work by: 7 December 2024

Assessment window: 17 December 2024 – 28 January 2025

Cost: The cost of gaining HLTA status is Sub £855 / SLA £360 / Full £1026

*This includes £450 assessment fees

The full amount will be charged to schools on completion of session 1.

Further information and documentation:  Further information about the HLTA preparation for assessment requirements/process can be found on our HIAS Moodle page Online Training - Course: Higher Level Teaching Assistant status (mylearningapp.com).  Here you can also download the NEW application form to be completed and returned.

Important Please DO NOT post Autumn term applications. Application forms and copies of certificates should be scanned and emailed to HLTA.Enquiries@hants.gov.uk  by 9 September 2024

Queries: Please email: HLTA.Enquiries@hants.gov.uk

This course aims to deepen the knowledge and understanding of primary teachers in how to be an effective leader. Whether beginning the journey of leading a subject, a year group or overseeing the pupil premium strategy, having the skill set and confidence to lead change is fundamental to improving outcomes for pupils. 

The six half day sessions, spread across the school year will include opportunities to put theory into practice with members of the Primary Phase Inspector team supporting teachers through the process. 

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Effective Leader

Price: Sub £655 / SLA £480 / Full £786 Split across FY’s 
Part 1: Sub £437 / SLA £320 / Full £524 
Part 2: Sub £218 / SLA £160 / Full £262

Becoming an effective leader flyer

These webinars are aimed at those secondary schools that are in the Ofsted window during 2024/2025. Participants will be secondary headteachers accompanied by their chairs of governors.

The online session will include some general reminders about the changes Ofsted have made to the inspection process including the lived difference between a graded and ungraded inspection. The session will refer to recent school experiences, weave through ongoing changes and adjustments to the Framework and provide a practical approach to ensure school leaders remain confident throughout their inspection. 

The webinar will also touch on some of the following aspects of a live inspection:

• Pre-inspection documentation including the IDSR 
• The phone call with the lead inspector to set the scene 
• Supporting the middle leaders to give a good account of their work 
• Managing the typical inspection timetable 
• What to do when it feels as if things are going awry 
• FAQs. 

The webinars will be led by a member of the HIAS Secondary Team and will invite input from some headteachers who have recently experienced inspection. 

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Ofsted Ducks

Price: Sub £60 / SLA £40 / Full £72

You can book now for both sessions in 2024-25.

Autumn date: 6 November 2024
Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: PAPG
Price: Sub £75 / SLA £40 / Full £90 

Spring date: 26 March 2025
Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: PAPG
Price: Sub £75 / SLA £40 / Full £90

Please see here for more information about the Secondary Performance and Progress Group.

Connecting to nature is a key first step to engaging pupils in conversations around conservation and climate change. Learn how to lead nature connectedness sessions for your pupils, designed to improve well-being, reduce stress and to empower participants to take positive action for themselves and for nature.

This relaxing and engaging session will enable participants to:

• Experience first-hand the well-being benefits of connecting to nature.
• Learn simple and accessible techniques to model connecting to and appreciating the wonder of nature to young people in a way that inspires confidence and engagement.
• Learn how to use the natural world as a hook to engage young people in science and the environment.
• Encourage a sense of belonging to the natural world such that this inspires a sense of stewardship and desire to learn more.

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Connecting Nature

Price: Sub £75 / SLA £0 / Full £90

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