Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course. Study online. You can work through this course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over around 5 weeks, you'll build knowledge of how to support pupils and staff in schools and colleges. Topics cover areas such as safeguarding, communication, and supporting learning in classroom settings. The course is open to adults aged 19 and over who live in Lancashire, Cheshire, or Cumbria and are unemployed or earning under £25,750. You'll need access to a laptop, tablet, or PC.
Who this course is for
This is a great course for anyone currently looking to get into working with children. It is the perfect way into the world of school work. This course also suits individuals who are currently working, whether that's in education or not! Whether you are looking to gain a qualification to build up your experience or even trying to change career paths. This course is for you!
Entry requirements
Resident of Lancashire, Cheshire or Cumbria - Over 19 Years Old - Currently Unemployed or Earning Less than £25,750 - Has Access to a Laptop, Tablet or PC
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of support staff in schools and colleges.
You'll learn how safeguarding applies to working with children and young people.
You'll explore how to support communication and interaction in a learning environment.
You'll develop knowledge of health, safety, and wellbeing in educational settings.
You'll understand how to support pupils with different learning needs.
You'll learn about professional boundaries and working as part of a school team.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is based on written assignments or knowledge-based tasks completed online. You'll submit work digitally, and your progress will be reviewed against the NCFE qualification requirements. No exams or in-person attendance are required.
What you will need to bring
You'll need access to a laptop, tablet, or PC to complete this course. The Training Brokers will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day to day in school
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help
Midday assistant: supervise pupils during lunch and break times
Classroom assistant: help manage resources and activities in lessons
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs
Early years support worker: work with younger children in school reception settings
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: moves you toward a teaching or training role and is widely used by those who want to deliver lessons or workshops.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: deepens your knowledge of supporting learning and can strengthen your position for more senior support roles in schools.
Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning: a natural next step if you want to take on more responsibility in the classroom.
