Free Level 2 Support Work in Schools Course in Leicester
CostFREE
Duration80 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 Support Work in Schools Course in Leicester. Classes run at Workpays Leicester, with daytime sessions and flexible study to fit around your life. You'll build the knowledge and skills needed to support pupils and staff in a school setting. The course covers how schools work, the responsibilities of support roles, and how to work effectively with children and colleagues. It runs for around 80 hours in total. Entry requirements include a desire to work in a school and a good working level of English.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people looking to work in a business and retail role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in business and retail as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.
Entry requirements
A desire to work in a school in the future or currently working in a role in a school. Ideally, you will have completed the Level 1 course or either have qualifications already at Level 2 or are able to show working ability at Level 2. You will require a good understanding of English, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of support staff in schools.
You'll learn how schools are organised and how they operate day to day.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and other staff.
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and child welfare in a school environment.
You'll understand how to support pupils with different learning needs.
You'll learn how to work as part of a team within a school setting.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Workpays Leicester, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is delivered through tutor-led sessions, group activities, and guided study. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete as you work through the course. There are no formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Leicester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Learning support assistant: helping pupils with additional needs in class.
Classroom assistant: working alongside teachers in day-to-day lessons.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: focused support for pupils with SEND.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting younger children in school reception classes.
Cover supervisor: supervising classes under teacher direction.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (Pearson Edexcel) - the next step if you want to take on more responsibility in the classroom and work toward a higher-level teaching assistant role.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning - a broader qualification that covers more of the skills employers look for in senior or specialist support roles.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 2 - useful if you want to strengthen your application for Level 3 study or school employment.
