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Free Level 1 Preparing to Work in Schools Course in Huddersfield – Realise Learning and Employment

CostFREE
Duration7 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Preparing to Work in Schools Course in Huddersfield. Classes run at Realise Learning and Employment. This preparing to work in schools qualification explores the range of roles available in schools, from teaching assistant and classroom support to administrative positions. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The course runs over 7 weeks with daytime classes. A great starting point if you're considering the education sector but want to understand your options first.

Who this course is for

The TQUK Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools is a qualification designed to prepare individuals for potential roles in schools. This could encompass a range of positions, such as teaching assistant, classroom support, or administrative roles within an educational setting.

The course is suitable for those who are considering a career in the education sector but are unsure about the specific roles available. The Award allows them to explore various positions within schools.

Entry requirements

  • Must been aged 19 or above as of 31/8/23.
  • Must live in the Liverpool City Region
  • Must have resided in the UK, EU or EEA for the past three consecutive years regardless of nationality, or be a Refugee/Asylum Seeker.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the different roles available in schools, including teaching assistant, classroom support, and administrative positions.
  • You'll understand what working in a school environment involves day to day.
  • You'll learn about the responsibilities and expectations of school support staff.
  • You'll develop an awareness of safeguarding and child welfare in educational settings.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how schools are organised and how different roles contribute to pupil learning.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at the centre during the day. Learning is flexible across the 7-week course. You'll be assessed through coursework and activities completed during your sessions. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will guide you through the material and support you throughout.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Realise Learning and Employment will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils in the classroom.
  • Classroom support assistant: work with small groups or individual pupils.
  • Learning support assistant: help pupils with additional needs.
  • School administrator: handle office and administrative tasks in a school.
  • Cover supervisor: supervise classes in a teacher's short-term absence.
  • Early years practitioner: support children in nursery or reception settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: the next step toward a recognised teaching assistant qualification.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: suitable if you want to move into a training or instructional role.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: a fuller qualification for those aiming to work as a higher-level teaching assistant.
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