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Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Darlington

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Darlington College lists a fee of £648 for adults. Contact Darlington College for more info.

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About this course

Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course gives you a grounding in early years and education, covering both practical skills and the academic side of working in schools and colleges. You'll need a Grade 2 in English and Maths, or to have completed a Level 1 course first. A DBS check is required before your placement begins. Darlington College will arrange this with you before enrolment. The course runs full-time over 34 weeks.

Who this course is for

This course is designed to give learners a beginner's insight into Early Years and Education Development, giving learners the opportunity to adjust to college life while learning vital skills for practice and academia.

Entry requirements

You will need a Grade 2 in English and Maths or to have already completed our Level 1 course.

To complete the placement aspect of this course, you will be required to complete an enhanced disclosure DBS check. We will contact you prior to enrolment to arrange this check. Please do not purchase your DBS through an external company as external DBS checks may not be accepted by us or our placement settings.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop an understanding of child and young person development in educational settings.
  • You'll learn how to support teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
  • You'll explore safeguarding and the duty of care in schools and colleges.
  • You'll study communication skills for working with children, young people, and colleagues.
  • You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in education.
  • You'll gain practical experience through a placement in a real school or college setting.
  • You'll build knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Darlington College, covering both theory and practical skills. Assessment includes written assignments and evidence gathered during your work placement. The placement element is a core part of the course, giving you hands-on experience in a school or college. You'll need to complete an enhanced DBS check before your placement begins.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Darlington College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to complete an enhanced DBS check before your placement. Darlington College will contact you to arrange this prior to enrolment. Do not purchase a DBS check through an external company, as external checks may not be accepted.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: support teachers in primary or secondary schools.
  • Learning support assistant: help pupils with additional needs in class.
  • Youth support worker: work with young people in community or education settings.
  • Classroom assistant: assist with day-to-day learning activities.
  • Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: work with pupils who have SEN.
  • Early years practitioner: support children's learning in nursery or reception settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: moves you toward delivering learning yourself, useful if you want to train or teach.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification: the next step for those looking to take on more responsibility in the classroom.
  • Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery and reception work.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning: a broader qualification for those committed to a long-term career in schools.
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