Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Birkenhead. Classes run at Wirral Met College Twelve Quays Campus on Monday afternoons, part-time over one year. This free teaching assistant course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's Adult Skills Fund. You'll need to be 19 or over and have a placement in a school setting for 6 to 12 hours per week. You'll develop the knowledge and skills to support children and young people aged 5 to 19 in an education setting, working under supervision.
Who this course is for
Many adults can study this course for free. Check the 'Can I study for free?' section below to see if you're eligible. This course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's Adult Skills Fund. You will be required to attend lessons every Monday afternoon. 2.15-5.15pm The CACHE Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Certificate is designed for those working under supervision in face to face roles with children, young people (aged 5-19 years) in an education setting, who would like to gain a teaching assistant qualification. The qualification provides learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to work with children and young people. A Teacher or Trainer Assessor will deliver the knowledge sessions each week. Your Trainer Assessor and undertake assessment of your practice in the workplace setting. DBS checks are required to undertake a voluntary placement. These will be undertaken by the setting or Wirral Metropolitan College upon payment of the required fee.
Entry requirements
You must be 19 or over on or before 31st August to study on this course. To study a Level 2 qualification, you will need: A minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade 3 or D, including English (or L1 Functional Skills in English) to be discussed at interview. In addition to this, you are required to have a placement in a school setting for 6 to 12 hours per week. Also written agreement from your headteacher, that you can be assessed in your setting by our trainer assessors. If English is not your first languag
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teaching and learning activities in a classroom setting.
You'll understand how to help children and young people with their development and wellbeing.
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep learners safe.
You'll develop skills in communication with pupils, teachers, and other school staff.
You'll learn how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll understand school policies, procedures, and the wider education environment.
How you will learn
You'll attend weekly Monday afternoon classes at the college, from 2.15pm to 5.15pm. Alongside classroom sessions, you'll apply your learning directly in your school placement. Trainer assessors will observe and assess you in your school setting. You'll also complete written work and tasks that demonstrate your knowledge and understanding throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wirral Met College Twelve Quays Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange a placement in a school for 6 to 12 hours per week, along with written agreement from your headteacher confirming you can be assessed there.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant. Support pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant. Work with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant. Help students access lessons and activities.
Classroom assistant. Work alongside teachers in day-to-day lessons.
Early years teaching assistant. Support learning in Key Stage 1 settings.
Cover supervisor. Supervise classes under teacher direction.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. The next step for teaching assistants wanting to take on more responsibility in school.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Opens routes into delivering training or adult education.
Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification. For those aiming to take on a more senior classroom role.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) routes. Some universities accept relevant Level 3 qualifications as part of entry to teacher training programmes.
