Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Pickering. Evening teaching assistant classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. You'll need to be in a placement or support role in a school or college to join. The course runs over 16 weeks part-time, covering how to support pupils, work alongside teachers, and contribute to a safe learning environment. This free teaching assistant course for adults is open to learners aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners in placement / working in support roles within schools and colleges. Learners are required to be aged 19 years or over.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll support teachers in planning and delivering learning activities.
You'll understand how children and young people develop and learn.
You'll help maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
You'll communicate effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
You'll assist with the assessment and observation of learners.
You'll understand your responsibilities around safeguarding and child protection.
You'll support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Atmosphere Centre for Young People on weekday evenings. You'll be assessed through a combination of written assignments and evidence gathered from your placement or support role in a school or college. Your work in the classroom setting forms a core part of the assessment, so active involvement in your placement is essential throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People 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 schools.
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 learning in Reception and Key Stage 1.
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction during short absences.
Classroom assistant: provide general support across primary or secondary settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: the next step if you want to take on more responsibility in the classroom or work toward higher-level teaching assistant roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you're interested in moving into a training or instructional role.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce: an option if you want to focus on early years settings specifically.
