Challenging moments can leave Teaching Assistants questioning how situations were handled and what might help next time. The Behaviour Reflection Snapshot is a one-page reflective tool designed to support Teaching Assistants after a challenging incident, helping them process events calmly, professionally, and without self-blame. This resource supports reflective practice around behaviour, regulation, and support strategies, without replacing school systems or increasing workload. ⸻ This resource supports • Reflecting on behaviour incidents calmly and factually • Separating observation from emotion • Identifying possible triggers or unmet needs • Recognising the support provided by the Teaching Assistant • Considering small, realistic adjustments for future situations ⸻ How it is intended to be used This resource is designed for personal professional reflection by Teaching Assistants and education support staff. It may be used: • shortly after a challenging incident • at the end of the day to process events • to support reflective practice and professional learning It does not replace school behaviour logs, safeguarding systems, or official records. Always follow your school’s policies and procedures. ⸻ Format • Printable PDF • Digital download ⸻ Related resources This resource forms part of the SAND framework for Teaching Assistant professional practice.

Teaching Assistants often provide skilled support that can be difficult to describe clearly and professionally in writing. The Language Scaffold is a professional wording guide designed to support Teaching Assistants with neutral, appropriate language when reflecting on behaviour support, regulation, and day-to-day SEN provision. This resource supports clear, factual, and non-judgemental wording that aligns with professional practice in education settings. ⸻ This resource supports • Professional wording for behaviour and regulation support • Neutral, non-blaming language • Translating informal TA language into professional phrasing • Increased confidence in written communication • Reflective and SEN-aligned practice ⸻ How it is intended to be used This resource is designed for personal professional use by Teaching Assistants and support staff. It may be used as: • a reference guide when writing notes or reflections • support for professional conversations • guidance for consistent, appropriate language It does not replace school behaviour logs, safeguarding systems, or official records. Always follow your school’s policies and procedures. ⸻ Format • Printable PDF • Digital download ⸻ Related resources This resource forms part of the SAND framework for Teaching Assistant professional practice.

Teaching Assistants carry out skilled, complex support work every day that is not always formally recorded or acknowledged. The Invisible Work Log is a reflective professional tool designed to support Teaching Assistants in noting the day-to-day support they provide, including regulation, de-escalation, and enabling participation. This resource supports reflective practice and professional awareness, without replacing school systems or increasing workload. ⸻ What this resource supports • Reflecting on the support provided beyond visible outcomes • Recognising regulation, reassurance, and preventative work • Building awareness of TA contribution over time • Supporting professional conversations, appraisals, or self-reflection • Maintaining clarity around the role of Teaching Assistants ⸻ How it is intended to be used This log is designed for personal professional reflection by Teaching Assistants. It may be used to: • support end-of-day reflection • notice patterns in support provided • prepare for professional discussions • build confidence in recognising TA impact It is not intended to replace: • school behaviour logs • safeguarding systems • official records or reports Always follow your school’s policies and procedures. ⸻ Format • Printable PDF • Digital download • No physical product ⸻ Related resources This resource forms part of the SAND framework for Teaching Assistant support and professional practice. For professional wording support, see: The Language Scaffold – Professional Wording for Teaching Assistants