Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Ashford. Classes run at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road). Daytime sessions run part-time over 43 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how to support children and young people's learning in schools and colleges, covering child development, safeguarding, behaviour support, and communication. The course includes a work placement in an early years setting, where you'll build practical experience alongside your classroom learning. You'll have an initial assessment and interview to confirm this level 2 teaching assistant qualification is the right fit for you.
Who this course is for
Develop the knowledge and skills needed to start a career working with children and young people as a qualified teaching and learning assistant, with our part time course for Adults.
What you will learn
You'll understand how children and young people develop at different stages.
You'll learn how to support positive behaviour in a learning environment.
You'll develop communication skills and professional relationships with staff, pupils, and families.
You'll learn how to keep children safe, covering safeguarding principles and responsibilities.
You'll explore how children and young people learn through play and leisure.
You'll gain practical experience in an early years or school setting through a work placement.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road) combined with a work placement in an early years setting. Assessment is through a portfolio of work, written assignments, and work-based assessments completed during your placement. A DBS check, interview, and positive reference are required before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road) 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.
Early years practitioner: support children's development in nursery or reception settings.
Classroom assistant: assist teachers with day-to-day classroom activities.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: work with pupils with additional needs.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: the natural next step if you want to take on more responsibility in a school setting.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: leads to a role that counts toward statutory nursery staffing ratios.
T Level in Education and Early Years: a two-year full-time qualification combining study with a substantial industry placement, suited to those considering a career in teaching or early years.
