Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. The provider asks for around two hours a week, and the course runs to 54 hours in total. It covers the knowledge and skills needed to support teaching and learning in reception, primary, and secondary settings. You'll need to be working or volunteering in a school environment, or have a clear interest in doing so. This is a free teaching assistant course for adults aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
This Level 2 course is aimed at people interested in, or new to the role of teaching assistant or learning support, in reception, primary and secondary education.
If you are currently in a position that supports teaching and learning, this course can help you learn new knowledge and achieve a nationally recognised qualification.
Entry requirements
Aged 19+ and working or volunteering in a school environment or have an interest in this as a future job role.
You will need an appropriate level of literacy to complete your qualification and commit to up to 2 hours per week study time. Weekly attendance is essential!
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant in school and college settings.
You'll learn how to support pupils' learning under the direction of a teacher.
You'll explore how schools and colleges are organised and how they operate.
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, young people, and colleagues.
You'll understand how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll build knowledge of behaviour management approaches used in classroom settings.
How you will learn
You'll study through Devon Adult Education's online platform, Google Classroom. Weekly attendance is expected, even though you study remotely. Assessment is through written assignments and tasks completed online. You'll need a suitable level of literacy to complete the work. If you're new to online learning, introductory sessions are available to help you get started with the platform before the course begins.
What you will need to bring
You'll need regular access to a device that can run Google Classroom, such as a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer. Devon Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers in primary or secondary classrooms.
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: provide general support across lessons and activities.
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in reception and nursery settings.
Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award or Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: the next step if you want to take on more responsibility in the classroom or move toward a higher-grade TA role.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: a fuller qualification that covers a wider range of school support roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: suitable if you're considering a move toward a teaching or training role in the longer term.
