Free Entry Level Using Employability Skills Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus, full-time during the day. This using employability skills course runs for 44 weeks. You'll develop the practical skills employers look for, including communication, teamwork, and working to deadlines. The course covers the skills needed to move into work or further study, and it can open doors to roles such as teaching assistant or SEN teaching assistant.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
You'll practise working as part of a team.
You'll learn how to manage your time and meet deadlines.
You'll build skills for job searching and applying for work.
You'll understand what employers expect from their staff.
You'll develop personal organisation and self-management skills.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. You'll build a portfolio of evidence showing the skills you have developed. There are no written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Chadwell Heath Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant - support learning in a school classroom
SEN teaching assistant - work with pupils with additional needs
Classroom support assistant - help teachers with day-to-day activities
Learning support assistant - assist students in further education settings
School administrator - handle admin tasks in a school office
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Education and Training Support - a step toward teaching assistant roles in schools.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1 - strengthens your application for further study or work.
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools - the qualification many schools ask for when hiring teaching assistants.
