Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Liverpool – 3D Training

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Liverpool. Classes run at 3D Training. You'll cover how schools and colleges are structured, the roles within them, and how children and young people develop. The course also looks at building professional relationships with pupils, young people, and adult colleagues. It typically takes 2 months, with daytime classes on a flexible schedule. Open to all applicants in the Liverpool City Region.

Who this course is for

This qualification is an introduction to the knowledge and understanding needed to work in a school or college environment. Learners will be able to understand the different types of schools and colleges in the education sector and the responsibilities of the roles within the organisation. The qualification will cover topics including children and young people’s development, how to build effective relationships both professionally with adults, young people, and children. Learners will understand the legislative and policy framework including health and safety within the learning environment.

Entry requirements

Open to all applicants in the Liverpool City Region

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the different types of schools and colleges in the education sector.
  • You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of staff within school and college settings.
  • You'll explore how children and young people develop across different stages.
  • You'll learn how to build effective professional relationships with children, young people, and adults.
  • You'll understand the importance of safeguarding and duty of care in educational environments.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at 3D Training, with a flexible daytime timetable. Assessment is based on your knowledge and understanding of the subject areas covered. You'll complete written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that demonstrate what you've learned across the units. No exams are required.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. 3D Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: support pupils in primary or secondary school classrooms.
  • Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
  • Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction.
  • Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs.
  • Early years support worker: work in nursery or reception-age settings.
  • College learning support worker: assist students in further education.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: the next step if you want to take on more responsibility in the classroom and work toward a higher-level teaching assistant role.
  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning: a fuller qualification recognised for senior TA and higher-level teaching assistant (HLTA) roles.
  • Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma: if you want to focus on younger children in nursery or reception settings.

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