Free Level 1 Safeguarding in a Learning Environment Training in Rossendale
CostFREE
Duration6 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Safeguarding in a Learning Environment Course in Rossendale. Classes run at Aspire Sporting Academy. This six-week, full-time daytime programme covers safeguarding and Prevent, preparing to work in schools, wellbeing, and occupational studies. It's designed to move you into work in the education sector, including teaching assistant roles in primary schools. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you. The programme includes links to local schools and employment agencies to support your next step.
Who this course is for
Our Aspire2Work Level 1 programme is designed to progress learners into work in the Education sector, including as Teaching Assistants in Primary Schools. We deliver a holistic programme over 6 weeks, including up to 4 Level 1 learning aims in Safeguarding & Prevent, Preparing to Work in Schools, Wellbeing and Occupational Studies. We work with local schools and agencies including Randstad to progress our learners into meaningful employment. This qualification is designed to increase learners’ awareness and understanding of safeguarding. By completing the qualification, learners will develop basic knowledge of safeguarding which could support progression onto other appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care sector. It could be useful to learners working in education settings.
Entry requirements
You will also need to be unemployed and wanting to gain employement. You will need to bring evidence of benefits such as: Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA), Income Support, Universal Credit (UC), Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
What you will learn
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns in a learning environment.
You'll understand the Prevent duty and how it applies in schools and education settings.
You'll explore what it means to prepare for work in a school environment.
You'll develop knowledge of wellbeing in educational settings, for both learners and staff.
You'll build occupational knowledge relevant to support roles in primary and secondary education.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Aspire Sporting Academy, full-time during the day over six weeks. Learning is classroom-based and covers up to four subject areas across the programme. Assessment is through the NCFE Level 1 qualification framework. The centre will confirm the specific assessment methods before you start.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring proof of benefits when you enrol. Accepted documents include a letter or statement showing Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA), Income Support, Universal Credit (UC), or Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Aspire Sporting Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers in primary school classrooms.
Learning support assistant: help pupils with additional needs in school.
Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction.
Nursery assistant: support early years learning in nursery settings.
School administrator: office and admin support in an education setting.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: the next step for teaching assistant roles, covering classroom practice in more depth.
Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Child Protection: builds on your safeguarding knowledge for work in schools or children's services.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: opens routes into delivering training or moving into more senior education support roles.
