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Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Malton – Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service

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 Malton. Classes run at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day over 8 weeks.

The course covers what school life looks like and how you can support pupils and teachers in a classroom setting. You'll explore child development, communication, and the role of a teaching assistant. The pace is manageable, making it a practical option for anyone fitting study around other commitments.

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 explore the role of a teaching assistant in a school environment.
  • You'll learn how schools are organised and how staff work together.
  • You'll understand how children develop and learn at different ages.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with pupils and colleagues.
  • You'll learn how to support pupils with different needs in the classroom.
  • You'll gain an understanding of safeguarding and pupil welfare responsibilities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service. Teaching is tutor-led, with group discussion and practical activities. Assessment is through written tasks and assignments completed during the course. There is no formal exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching Assistant, supports pupils in primary or secondary school classrooms.
  • Learning Support Assistant, works one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
  • Classroom Assistant, helps teachers prepare and deliver lessons.
  • Special Educational Needs Support Assistant, supports pupils with additional learning needs.
  • Early Years Classroom Helper, assists in reception or nursery settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools, a natural next step that builds on this qualification and is recognised for classroom support roles.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification, the level many schools look for when hiring full-time or senior support staff.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Childcare and Education, useful if you want to work with younger children in early years settings.
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