Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Enfield. Classes run at Capital City College Enfield Campus, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how children develop, how to support learning activities, and how to keep children safe in school settings. The course combines theory with practical work and runs over 42 weeks. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 1 or above (or an equivalent Level 1 qualification) and an Enhanced DBS check to enrol.
Who this course is for
This course combines theory with practical study, to give you a good understanding of what's involved in supporting teaching and learning and how you can enhance the development of a child or young person. You'll learn all about how children develop their understanding, professional best practice and how to promote learning.
Entry requirements
You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 1 or above (A*-G) or an equivalnt Level 1 qualificationAn Enhanced DBS checkAll applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support learning activities in a classroom setting.
You'll understand how children and young people develop their thinking and understanding.
You'll explore how to promote learning and encourage progress.
You'll learn how to keep children safe and follow safeguarding procedures.
You'll develop skills in building positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
You'll learn how to provide effective support to teaching staff.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom-based theory and practical study. Assessment is through work completed in class, a portfolio you build throughout the course, and observations carried out by an assessor. All applicants have an interview and assessment before starting to confirm the course is the right fit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Enfield Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools.
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 manage resources and activities during lessons.
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or Reception classes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a route into delivering teaching or training yourself.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning: deepens your knowledge and can strengthen your position in school roles.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: some schools look for Level 3 for higher-grade TA posts, particularly in SEN or specialist support roles.
