Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 12 weeks. This free teaching assistant course is fully funded by East Riding of Yorkshire Council for eligible residents. You study through an online platform, so you can fit learning around your other commitments without travelling to a centre. The course covers supporting children and young people, understanding autism, managing challenging behaviour, and safeguarding. You'll work toward three NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificates as part of the programme. Completing the course gives you a recognised level 2 teaching assistant qualification to take into schools and education settings.
Who this course is for
If you want to start a career as a teaching assistant, this funded online course is your opportunity. If you are eligible in England, you do not need any previous experience. In 12 weeks, you will work towards nationally recognised qualifications in supporting children and young people and take your first step into education.
Entry requirements
Aged 19 or over. Live in Eligible area in England (postcode checker confirms availability). Must have the right to work and study in the UK. Must commit to 12-week online course. Motivated to work in the education and child support sector.
What you will learn
You'll understand how to support children and young people with special educational needs in school settings.
You'll learn strategies for promoting inclusion and supporting learning across different age groups.
You'll develop knowledge of autism and how it affects children's learning and behaviour.
You'll explore approaches to understanding and managing behaviour that challenges.
You'll build knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and the Prevent duty in education.
You'll understand how to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
How you will learn
You study entirely online through a learning platform, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks completed online. You submit work digitally and receive feedback from your tutor throughout the 12 weeks. No classroom attendance is required.
What you will need to bring
Think Employment will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need reliable internet access and a device to access the online learning platform.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant. Support pupils' learning in primary or secondary schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant. Work one-to-one with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant. Help students access lessons and classroom activities.
Behaviour support assistant. Work with pupils who need extra help managing behaviour.
Early years teaching assistant. Support children's learning in nursery or reception classes.
Cover supervisor. Supervise classes under the direction of a teacher.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Moves you toward a teaching or training role and is widely used in further education settings.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification. Deepens your knowledge and can support a more senior support role in school.
Level 3 Diploma in Special Educational Needs. Builds specialist knowledge for SEN coordinator or lead support roles.
CACHE Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Child Protection. Strengthens your safeguarding knowledge for more senior education roles.
