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Free Level 2 Support Work in Schools Course Online – ELATT

CostFREE
Duration16 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Support Work in Schools Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your other commitments. Over 16 weeks, you'll cover the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant, how to support children's learning, safeguarding, child development, and communication skills in school settings. You'll need to be willing to volunteer with children or young people, and have English at a good Level 1 or above.

Who this course is for

Students who are still developing their English and/or are new to the UK education system can start with ‘Step to Teaching Assistant’. This is a Level 1 course which will give you an Award in Personal Development: Volunteering. Students who are fluent in English and have some experience can join our Level 2 Teaching Assistant course. This will give you an Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. Students who are volunteering or working in a school can progress to the L2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching And Learning In Schools . We also offer the Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools to students who are already working in schools.

The course is usually one day a week (split into two mornings) for 12-16 weeks for the L1 and L2 Awards. The certificate and diploma will be another 18 -24 weeks. You will complete a portfolio for your assessment. You will learn about: how to support learning, equality, diversity and inclusion (levels 1 and 2) as well as child development, safeguarding and schools as organisations (level 2) and supporting children with special education needs in (level 3) .

Entry requirements

Willing to volunteer with children/young people or with ESOL adults Sufficient English to access the courses (minimum good Level 1, including writing) An interest in learning and education.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant in primary and secondary schools.
  • You'll learn how to support learning activities for children and young people.
  • You'll explore safeguarding principles and health and safety in school environments.
  • You'll study child development and how it shapes learning support.
  • You'll develop communication skills relevant to working with pupils, teachers, and parents.
  • You'll gain knowledge of behaviour management techniques used in classroom settings.

How you will learn

The course is delivered online. You'll study through structured materials and complete assignments that demonstrate your understanding of each topic. Assessment is based on written work rather than exams. You'll need to be volunteering with children or young people alongside your studies, as the course draws on real experience in educational or community settings.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Elatt will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: support teachers in primary or secondary classrooms.
  • Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
  • Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs.
  • Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or reception settings.
  • Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction.
  • School volunteer coordinator: organise and support volunteer activity in schools.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: the next step if you're already volunteering or working in a school. Covers more ground than the Award and strengthens your CV for paid roles.
  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: required for many senior teaching assistant and higher-level TA roles. A natural step once you have classroom experience.
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