CPD for Professional & Support
CPD for Professional & Support
As part of HFL Education, Teach in Herts is able to point you in the direction of many online and in-person training and career development courses to help further your career.
Whether you are a Teaching Assistant, a School Business Manager or a Governor, HFL training could help you excel in your role (and give you the edge in your next interview).
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For classroom support staff, there is a wealth of training available in Hertfordshire, including lots that is free or funded.
The HFL TA Training Directory is a new online resource launched in September 2025 for Hertfordshire schools to find and plan professional development for Teaching Assistants (TAs). It's a collaboration between HFL Education, Hertfordshire County Council, and local DSPLs (Delivering Special Provision Locally). The directory lists available training sessions, webinars and e-learning resources, including those for SEND and inclusive classroom practice.
This includes the fully funded TA Academy, offered free of charge to Hertfordshire schools through our network of DSPLs.
The TA Academy aims to:
Equip staff to work with vulnerable learners
Encourage progress at every level of need
Improve the wellbeing of the child, young person, family and staff
Ensure every child and young person feels successful and happy
Half termly online training sessions cover a range of topics and themes and TAs can simply sign up to each of the sessions they would like to attend.
Find out about the latest SEND training opportunities, resources, and support available for Hertfordshire schools and early years settings.
SEND training - Hertfordshire Grid for Learning
Level 3 Award in Supporting Children & Young People with Autism
The Level 3 Award in Supporting Children and Young People with Autism equips staff with the confidence and practical strategies to deliver effective, inclusive support.
This course is ideal for professionals in teaching or support roles across all phases of education—PVI, early years, primary, secondary and post-16.
On completion, participants gain a nationally recognised Level 3 Award and 7 Level 3 credits from Gateway Qualifications.
Whether you are a staff member looking to develop your expertise or a leader considering how to empower your team and establish a strong culture of professionalism, click here for further information:
Level 3 Award in Supporting Children & Young People with Autism
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