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Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Pickering – Atmosphere Centre for Young People – Daytime

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 Pickering. Classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People.

It suits anyone thinking about working in a school setting. You'll explore what it means to support pupils and staff in a classroom. Topics include child development, communication, and the role of a teaching assistant in a school environment.

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 setting.
  • You'll learn how schools are organised and how staff work together.
  • You'll explore how children develop and learn at different ages.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with pupils and colleagues.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding and keeping children safe.
  • You'll understand how to support pupils with different needs in the classroom.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Atmosphere Centre for Young People. The course uses a mix of group activities, discussion, and written tasks. Assessment is through short assignments and portfolio evidence that you build up during the 8 weeks. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils in primary or secondary school.
  • Learning support assistant, works with pupils who need extra help.
  • Classroom assistant, helps teachers manage day-to-day classroom activities.
  • School support worker, assists with general pupil welfare and learning.
  • Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant, works with pupils with additional needs.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, the natural next step for anyone wanting a more substantial teaching assistant qualification.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, needed for a senior or specialist support role in school.
  • Level 2 Award in Childcare and Education, useful if you want to work with younger children in an early years setting.
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