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Free Level 1 Preparing to Work in Schools Course in Bradford

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 Bradford. Classes run at Realise Bradford. This daytime preparing to work in schools qualification covers the range of roles available in schools, from teaching assistant and classroom support to administrative positions. You'll explore what working in a school actually involves before committing to a specific direction. The course runs over 7 weeks.

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 the responsibilities involved in supporting pupils and staff.
  • You'll learn about the professional standards and expectations in a school environment.
  • You'll develop awareness of safeguarding and child protection principles.
  • You'll gain an overview of how schools are structured and how teams work together.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom setting at Realise Bradford, with flexible daytime attendance over 7 weeks. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, group discussion, and written activities. Assessment is based on the work you produce during the course, such as written tasks and assignments that demonstrate your understanding of school-based roles and responsibilities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Realise Bradford 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: help with learning activities and resources
  • Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help
  • School administrator: handle office and administrative tasks in a school
  • Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction
  • 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 teaching assistant role, covering classroom practice in more depth.
  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: required for senior teaching assistant positions and recognised in school staffing structures.
  • Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification: if you want to focus on nursery or reception-age children specifically.
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