Inclusive Practice for Learning Support Assistants: Practical Tips and Reflections from the LSA Perspective [Paperback]

Acknowledgements

Introduction

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Chapter 1: Defining the LSA: what the LSA is (and isnt)

Chapter 2: The LSA and wellbeing support

Chapter 3: Strong teacher-LSA working patterns

Chapter 4: Responding to challenging behaviour as an LSA

Chapter 5: Knowing when to take a step back: supporting student independence as an LSA

Chapter 6: The dialogic LSA

Chapter 7: Assistive technologies for LSAs

Chapter 8: Looking to the future: re-defining the LSA?

Conclusion

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Index

This book?explores the role of the LSA and?sheds light on a variety of LSA experiences and perspectives. Full of practical tips and insights, it?is valuable reading for both new and experienced LSAs, as well as?those who work closely with them.

This book, written by LSAs for LSAs, is a new must-read. Zoe acknowledges that the role of the LSA is often poorly understood but uses each chapter to unpack and unpick that role and empower both new and experienced LSAs to be their most effective and reflective. The book explores key cornerstones of practice for LSAs including fundamental but often overlooked aspects of developing positive relationships with colleagues and students.? It acknowledges and discusses the sometimes overwhelming early days in role when LSAs are flooded with training and information, and provides top tips and anecdotes on how to manage this proactively.? The book is written with clarity, does not shy away from trickier areas of inclusive practice, and is a must-read for anyone working in a primary or secondary classroom. -?Lucy Bullen-Smith, SENDCo, University of Cambridge Primary School

Zoe Hosier currently works as a learning support assistant in thló.