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Free Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course in Burton-on-Trent

CostFREE
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Burton Town Centre Campus on a part-time daytime basis, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll need to be in a school or educational setting for at least two days a week throughout the course. Topics include child development, safeguarding, promoting positive behaviour, supporting a range of learners, planning activities, and assessing learning. The course covers working with children and young people aged 4 to 19. It takes 18 months to complete.

Who this course is for

This course is for those who are volunteering or working in an educational establishment (classroom based), and require a qualification to reflect skills and knowledge.

This qualification will enable you to work with children and young people aged 4-19 yrs.

Topics covered include child development; safeguarding; promoting positive behaviour; supporting a range of learners; planning and delivering activities on a one to one basis and with a small group; assessment of learning; and promoting resilience.

This course requires you to be in a work placement for a minimum of 2 days per week and on average, 5-6 hours self-study for research and written evidence over 18 months.

Entry requirements

Applicants will be expected to have a recognised level 2 subject specific vocational qualification. ; If not already achieved, be working towards completing a level 2 literacy qualification. (or) Several years' occupational experience within relevant disciplines will also be considered

What you will learn

  • You'll understand child development and how it shapes learning across ages 4 to 19.
  • You'll apply safeguarding principles to keep children and young people safe in school settings.
  • You'll use strategies to promote positive behaviour in the classroom.
  • You'll support a range of learners, including those with additional needs.
  • You'll plan and deliver learning activities on a one-to-one basis and with small groups.
  • You'll assess learning and record evidence of pupil progress.
  • You'll promote resilience in children and young people.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classes at Burton Town Centre Campus and complete a work placement in a school or educational setting for a minimum of two days per week. Expect around five to six hours of self-study per week for research and written evidence. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence gathered in your placement setting, demonstrating your skills and knowledge in practice.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Burton Town Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange or already be in a suitable school or educational placement for a minimum of two days per week throughout the 18 months.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in primary or secondary schools
  • Higher-level teaching assistant (HLTA): taking on more responsibility in the classroom
  • Special educational needs (SEN) support worker: working with pupils with additional needs
  • Learning mentor: helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
  • Behaviour support assistant: working with pupils who need extra behavioural support
  • Early years practitioner: supporting children in school reception or nursery settings
  • Cover supervisor: managing classes under teacher direction

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a step toward teaching roles in further education or training settings.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a shorter qualification useful if you want to move into a training or coaching role.
  • Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning Support: a higher education route for those aiming toward qualified teacher status or senior school support roles.
  • HLTA assessment: if you build sufficient experience, you can apply for Higher Level Teaching Assistant status through your school or local authority.
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