Free Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll build the knowledge needed to support teaching and learning in a school or college setting. The course covers how children and young people develop, how to support learning activities, and how to work within school policies and safeguarding frameworks. It runs over 43 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Gain an understanding of the knowledge needed to start a career as a teaching assistant in a school or college, with our part time course for Adults.
What you will learn
You'll understand how children and young people develop and learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep learners safe
You'll study how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, staff, and parents
You'll understand school policies, professional boundaries, and your role within a team
You'll explore how to support positive behaviour in the classroom
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Broadstairs College throughout the week. Learning is assessed through written assignments and portfolio evidence that you build up over the course. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you in gathering the evidence needed to complete the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools
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 classes
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction during short absences
Classroom assistant: provide general support across lessons and activities
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET): a recognised first step toward teaching or training adults, useful if you want to move into a trainer or tutor role.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: builds on the AET and takes you further toward a teaching qualification.
SEND qualifications at Level 3 or 4: deepen your skills if you want to specialise in supporting pupils with additional needs.
