Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Manchester. Classes run at Withington Adult Learning Centre, with daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. Over 17 weeks, you'll cover the skills needed to support pupils and staff in school and college settings. Topics include safeguarding, communication, supporting learning activities, and understanding the roles within education environments. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. A level 2 teaching assistant qualification opens the door to classroom support roles across primary, secondary, and further education.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teaching and learning activities in a classroom
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children and young people safe
You'll develop communication skills for working with pupils, teachers, and parents
You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of support staff in schools and colleges
You'll learn how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs
You'll understand school policies, procedures, and professional boundaries
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face to face at Withington Adult Learning Centre. Learning is assessed through written assignments and portfolio evidence gathered over the course. You'll complete tasks that relate directly to school and college support work, building a body of evidence that demonstrates your skills and knowledge across the qualification's units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Withington Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support pupils in primary or secondary classrooms
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs
Early years teaching assistant: support children in nursery or reception settings
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction
Behaviour support assistant: help pupils with social and emotional challenges
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: moves you toward a teaching or training role
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: deepens your classroom support skills and is often required for senior TA roles
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: a fuller qualification for those wanting to specialise or take on more responsibility in school settings
