Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how children develop, professional best practice in the classroom, and how to support learning effectively. The course runs over 42 weeks and covers both theory and practical work. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 1 or above (or an equivalent Level 1 qualification) and an Enhanced DBS check to enrol.
Who this course is for
This course combines theory with practical study to give you a good understanding of what's involved in supporting teaching and learning and how you can enhance the development of a child or young person. You'll learn all about how children develop their understanding, professional best practice and how to promote learning.
Entry requirements
You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 1 or above (A*-G) or an equivalnt Level 1 qualificationAn Enhanced DBS checkAll applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support learning activities in a classroom setting.
You'll understand how children and young people develop cognitively and emotionally.
You'll explore how to keep children safe and promote their wellbeing.
You'll develop skills in building positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
You'll learn how to provide effective support to teaching staff.
You'll understand professional best practice in educational environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom-based theory and practical study. Assessment is through work completed in class, a portfolio you build throughout the course, and direct observation by an assessor. All applicants go through an interview and assessment before starting to confirm the course is the right fit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to provide an Enhanced DBS check as part of your enrolment.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Educational support assistant: help students with additional learning needs.
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
Classroom assistant: assist with day-to-day activities across year groups.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: work with pupils with SEND.
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or Reception classes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a recognised step if you want to move into a teaching or training role.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning: deepens your knowledge and can strengthen your position in school-based roles.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: if you want to focus on working with younger children in nursery or Reception settings, this qualification is recognised in statutory staffing ratios.
