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Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Cambridge

CostFee:947.00 Concession: 137.00
Duration15 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College, part-time during the day. You need to be at least 18 years old and working or volunteering in a school or college for a minimum of 6 hours a week throughout the course. The level 2 teaching assistant qualification covers children and young people's development, supporting positive behaviour, and building communication and professional relationships in school and college settings. The course takes 15 months to complete.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning has been designed to provide learners with an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school or college environments. It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people's development, supporting children and young people's positive behaviour and communication and professional relationships.

It is aimed at learners working in roles that support pupils' learning in primary, secondary or special schools, as well as colleges.

There are 11 mandatory units in this qualification.

What is NCFE? NCFE (Northern Council for Further Education) is a leading awarding organisation and educational charity with over 170 years of experience in supporting learners and educators. NCFE offers a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications designed in collaboration with industry experts to meet the needs of modern employers. Their courses help learners gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in their chosen careers, making NCFE qualifications a trusted pathway to personal and professional growth.

Entry requirements

You should be at least 18 years of age and working or volunteering for at least 6 hours per week for the duration of the course in a learning environment (school or college), as you will need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how children and young people develop across different age ranges.
  • You'll learn how to support pupils' learning effectively in classroom settings.
  • You'll develop skills in encouraging positive behaviour in children and young people.
  • You'll build knowledge of communication and professional relationships in school environments.
  • You'll understand your responsibilities when working directly with pupils.
  • You'll learn how to support inclusion and meet the needs of different learners.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Cambridge Regional College, combined with practical work in your school or college placement. Assessment draws on both your knowledge and your ability to demonstrate competence in your workplace role. You'll need to show what you can do in a real learning environment, so your 6 hours a week in school or college is central to how you're assessed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: support pupils' learning in primary or secondary school.
  • Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
  • Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs.
  • Classroom assistant: help teachers manage activities and resources day to day.
  • Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction in schools.
  • Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or reception settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a step toward teaching or training roles in further education.
  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning: deepens your knowledge and can strengthen your position in school-based roles.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: suitable if you're moving toward a more formal teaching or instructional role.
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