Free Level 1 Preparing to Work in Schools Course in Liverpool – Realise Liverpool

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

About this course

Free Level 1 Preparing to Work in Schools Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Realise Liverpool. You'll explore the range of roles available in schools, from classroom support to administrative work. The course runs over 7 weeks with flexible daytime classes. It suits anyone considering a move into the education sector who wants to understand what school-based roles involve before committing to further training. This free preparing to work in schools course for adults is a practical first step.

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 learn about the responsibilities involved in supporting pupils and staff in a school environment.
  • You'll understand the professional standards and conduct expected of school support workers.
  • You'll develop awareness of safeguarding and child protection principles in educational settings.
  • You'll gain an overview of how schools are organised and how different teams work together.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classes at Realise Liverpool over 7 weeks. Learning is classroom-based with flexible scheduling. Assessment is through coursework and tasks completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through the material and check your understanding as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Realise Liverpool 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 worker: help students with learning activities day-to-day
  • 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 during absences
  • School receptionist: first point of contact for pupils, parents, and visitors

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 counted in school staffing structures.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills English or Maths: useful alongside school-based qualifications if you want to strengthen your application for teaching assistant roles.

Related courses at Realise Liverpool

More courses near you