Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, with daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. You'll study how to support teachers and pupils in classroom settings, covering areas such as communication, safeguarding, and learning support. The course runs over approximately eight months part-time. A level 2 teaching assistant qualification opens the door to school and education support roles.
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand safeguarding and child protection responsibilities in schools.
You'll develop communication skills for working with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll explore how children learn and how to support different learning needs.
You'll learn how to help maintain a safe and positive classroom environment.
You'll understand your professional role and responsibilities as a teaching assistant.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Grimsby Institute. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments and portfolio evidence gathered during your studies. You'll build a record of your knowledge and understanding across the units covered on the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day to day in 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 manage resources and activities in primary or secondary school
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or reception classes
Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: moves you toward a teaching or training role.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning: deepens your classroom expertise and can strengthen your position in school-based roles.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification: a natural next step if you want to take on more responsibility in a school setting.
