Free Level 2 Teaching Assistant Course in Hartlepool. Evening teaching assistant classes run at Hartlepool College of Further Education, so you can study around work or other commitments. The course is aimed at people already working or volunteering as teaching assistants in primary, secondary, or special schools. You'll cover how to support teachers and pupils, safeguarding, communication, and the wider school environment. At 83 hours part-time, it's designed to fit alongside your existing role.
Who this course is for
This course targets those working or volunteering as Teaching Assistants in primary, secondary or special schools.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand your responsibilities around safeguarding and child protection.
You'll develop skills in supporting pupils with different learning needs.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
You'll understand the policies and procedures that govern school environments.
You'll explore how to support pupils' literacy and numeracy development.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting on an evening, part-time basis. You'll be assessed through a portfolio of evidence drawn from your work or volunteering in a school setting, alongside written assignments. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hartlepool College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day to day in school.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant: work with pupils who have additional needs.
Learning support assistant: provide one-to-one or small-group pupil support.
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA): take on greater classroom responsibility with experience.
Early years teaching assistant: support children in reception and foundation settings.
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction when staff are absent.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: broadens your teaching skills and opens doors to further roles in education.
Level 3 Certificate for Teaching Assistants: the next step up for those wanting to take on more responsibility in school.
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools: a deeper qualification for those working with pupils with complex needs.
CACHE Level 3 Award in Special Educational Needs: useful if you want to specialise in SEN support.
