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Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Aug 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Birmingham. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College Osprey House, part-time during the day.

The course runs over one year and suits anyone aged 19 or over who is unemployed or volunteering. You'll explore the skills and attitudes schools value in classroom support roles. Topics include personal development, communication, teamwork, and preparing for work. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

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

Who this course is for

The Futures Focus qualification supports individuals in developing the skills and attitudes valued by employers. The aim is to help individuals successfully prepare for and get a job, then to provide them with the tools to succeed and advance in their role.  The course has been designed with maximum flexibility so they can meet all learner requirements. ,

Entry requirements

Entry level or level 1 and are 19 years of age or over and are unemployed or working in the voluntary.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for a school or classroom setting.
  • You'll practise teamwork and problem-solving activities.
  • You'll build confidence and assertiveness in a work context.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself professionally to employers.
  • You'll explore the attitudes and behaviours valued in school support roles.
  • You'll develop personal organisation and self-management skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of theory and practical activity-based sessions. Sessions involve planning, carrying out, and reviewing tasks as part of a group. You'll take part in team activities, discussions, and individual exercises. Assessment is based on your participation and the work you produce during sessions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College Osprey House 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, helps students with additional needs in school.
  • Classroom assistant, works alongside teachers during lessons.
  • Cover supervisor, manages a class when the teacher is absent.
  • School administrator, handles day-to-day admin in a school office.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges, the natural next step for teaching assistant roles.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, required for more senior classroom support positions.
  • Level 3 Education and Training qualification, opens routes into adult teaching and training roles.
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