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Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Catterick Garrison – Catterick Library & Information Centre

CostFREE
Duration8 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Catterick Garrison. Classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre, part-time during the day over 8 weeks.

The course covers what it's like to work in a school setting. You'll explore the role of a teaching assistant, how schools are organised, and how to support pupils effectively. It suits a wide range of learners, including those returning to study or those for whom English is an additional language.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools.

Who this course is for

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners who are thinking of working in a school setting including: young people, mature learners, learners with special educational needs or where English is an additional language.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the role of a teaching assistant in a school.
  • You'll learn how schools are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll explore how to support pupils with their learning.
  • You'll develop awareness of safeguarding and pupil welfare.
  • You'll learn about professional behaviour and working with school staff.
  • You'll gain an introduction to supporting pupils with additional needs.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom sessions at Catterick Library & Information Centre. Learning is delivered face to face, with group discussion and tutor-led activities. Assessment is through written tasks and short assignments completed during the course. There is no formal exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Catterick Library & Information Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils in primary or secondary classrooms.
  • Learning support assistant, works one to one with pupils who need extra help.
  • Classroom assistant, helps teachers prepare and run lessons.
  • Special educational needs support assistant, assists pupils with additional needs.
  • Early years classroom helper, supports children in reception or nursery settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools, the next step toward a recognised teaching assistant qualification.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into a training or instructional role.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, a fuller qualification for those aiming to work as a senior or specialist teaching assistant.
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