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Free Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Scarborough – Scarborough 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 Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day over 8 weeks.

The course is open to learners aged 19 or over. You'll explore what it means to work in a school, covering topics such as supporting pupils, understanding classroom roles, and safeguarding basics. It suits a wide range of learners, including those with special educational needs or English as an additional language.

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 school support staff.
  • You'll learn how schools are organised and how classrooms operate.
  • You'll understand how to support pupils' learning and wellbeing.
  • You'll develop awareness of safeguarding and child protection in schools.
  • You'll learn about communication and teamwork with teachers and staff.
  • You'll gain an introduction to inclusion and supporting pupils with additional needs.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service. The course uses a mix of group activities, discussion, and written tasks. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence and short written assignments completed during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough 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.
  • School support worker, assists with day-to-day pupil welfare and activities.
  • Special educational needs 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 toward a more formal teaching assistant qualification.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move toward a training or mentoring role.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, a fuller qualification recognised for more senior school support roles.
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