Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Knowsley Family & Community Education, with daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. You'll need a school or college placement to complete the qualification, as practical experience is built into the course. It covers the knowledge and skills needed to support teaching and learning in primary, secondary, special, and further education settings. The course runs for 36 weeks part-time. You'll start with an induction and initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
If you work or would like to work in a support role in education this course is for you. As part of the course, you must get practical experience to complete the qualification and will need a placement. The course will give you the knowledge and skills for employment in positions such as teaching assistant, learning support assistant or special needs assistant in primary, secondary or special schools, as well as colleges.
Entry requirements
You'll have Induction, IAG and an initial assessment to make sure that this is the right course and level for you.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers and pupils in classroom settings.
You'll develop skills for working with children and young people with a range of needs.
You'll understand how schools and colleges operate, including policies and safeguarding.
You'll learn how to support pupils with special educational needs.
You'll build practical skills through a real placement in an education setting.
You'll understand communication and teamwork in a professional school environment.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Knowsley Family & Community Education, with daytime sessions over 36 weeks. You'll also complete a placement in a school or college, where you'll apply your skills in a real education setting. Assessment is through a combination of coursework, observation in your placement, and evidence gathered from your practical experience.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Knowsley Family & Community Education will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange a placement in a school, college, or education setting as part of the course requirements.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers in primary or secondary schools.
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
Special needs assistant: support pupils with SEND in mainstream or special schools.
Classroom assistant: help manage learning activities and resources.
Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction.
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or reception settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a recognised step toward teaching or training roles in further education.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification: deepens your knowledge and can open doors to senior support roles.
Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning: builds directly on this Certificate for those wanting to take on more responsibility in school settings.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce: if you want to move into early years or nursery work.
