Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Harrogate. Evening teaching assistant classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. You'll need to be in a placement or support role in a school or college to join. The course runs over 16 weeks part-time, covering how to support teaching, learning, and pupil development in educational settings. You must be aged 19 or over to be eligible for funding.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners in placement / working in support roles within schools and colleges. Learners are required to be aged 19 years or over.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers and pupils in classroom settings.
You'll understand child and young person development and how to apply it in practice.
You'll learn how to help pupils with their learning activities under teacher direction.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in educational environments.
You'll learn how to support positive behaviour in the classroom.
How you will learn
Classes are held in the evening at Harrogate Civic Centre. You'll learn through classroom sessions combined with evidence gathered from your placement or support role in a school or college. Assessment is portfolio-based, drawing on your workplace experience. You'll build a record of evidence showing how you apply your skills in a real educational setting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre 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 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 learning activities under teacher direction.
Early years teaching assistant: support children in reception and Key Stage 1.
Cover supervisor: manage classes under teacher-set plans.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET): the next step if you want to move toward a teaching or training role.
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: deepens your knowledge and strengthens your CV for senior TA roles.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: a fuller qualification recognised for higher-level teaching assistant positions in schools.
