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Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Ripon – Ripon Community House Ripon – 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 Ripon. Classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon, part-time during the day over 8 weeks.

The course is free for adults aged 19 or over who meet the eligibility criteria. You'll explore what it means to work in a school setting. Topics include supporting pupils, understanding classroom roles, and the basics of school life. The course suits anyone thinking about a career in education, including those returning to work or studying alongside 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 roles and responsibilities of teaching assistants and classroom support staff.
  • You'll learn how schools are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll understand how to support pupils with different learning needs.
  • You'll develop awareness of safeguarding and child welfare in a school setting.
  • You'll gain knowledge of professional behaviour and communication in the classroom.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom sessions at Ripon Community House Ripon. Learning is delivered face to face, with group activities and tutor-led discussion. Assessment is through written tasks and short assignments completed during the course. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ripon Community House Ripon 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 with pupils who need extra help.
  • Classroom Assistant, helps teachers prepare and deliver lessons.
  • Special Educational Needs Support Assistant, assists pupils with additional needs.
  • Early Years Classroom Helper, supports learning in reception or nursery settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools, the natural next step for those wanting a more in-depth teaching assistant qualification.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, required for many senior support roles and recognised in school staffing structures.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths, useful if you want to strengthen your skills before progressing further.
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