Free Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. Over the course of a year, you'll build the knowledge and skills needed to support pupils and teachers effectively in school settings. You'll cover areas such as supporting learning activities, child development, and how to work within school policies and safeguarding frameworks.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
You'll understand child and young person development across different age groups.
You'll explore how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll learn about safeguarding, child protection, and your responsibilities in school.
You'll understand how to communicate effectively with teachers, pupils, and parents.
You'll develop knowledge of school policies, procedures, and professional standards.
You'll learn how to support literacy and numeracy learning in the classroom.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bedford College during the day. Learning is delivered through a mix of taught sessions, group discussion, and practical tasks. Assessment is typically through assignments, observations, and a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your competence in a school or educational setting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College 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 with additional needs
Learning support assistant: help individual pupils access lessons and activities
Classroom assistant: assist with resources, activities, and pupil supervision
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or reception classes
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction during short absences
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET): a step toward delivering training or teaching in further education settings.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: for those looking to move into a teaching role in post-16 education.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a fuller teaching qualification recognised for FE and adult education roles.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): the route to becoming a fully qualified school teacher, usually via a degree and PGCE.
