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

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

Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Catterick Garrison. Evening classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre, part-time over 8 weeks.

The course is for adults aged 19 or over. You'll explore what it means to work in a school setting, covering topics such as safeguarding, child development, communication, and supporting learning in the classroom. The course suits a wide range of learners, including those thinking about a career change.

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 roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant in a school.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding and how schools keep children safe.
  • You'll explore how children develop and learn at different ages.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with pupils, teachers, and parents.
  • You'll understand how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
  • You'll learn about professional behaviour and expectations in a school environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Catterick Library & Information Centre. Teaching is delivered face to face during evening classes. Assessment is through written assignments and tasks that reflect real school situations. 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 with pupils who need extra help.
  • Classroom assistant, helps teachers prepare and deliver lessons.
  • Special educational needs support assistant, supports pupils with additional needs.
  • Early years teaching assistant, works with younger children in school settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, the next step for those wanting a more in-depth teaching assistant qualification.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, suited to those aiming for a senior or specialist support role.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move toward a teaching or training role.
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