Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Bexley. Classes run at London South East Colleges Bexley, part-time during the day. The course runs over 34 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how to support teaching and learning in a school or educational setting, covering areas such as child development, communication, and working with teachers to support pupils. Entry requirements include 4 GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), with English and maths desirable, or a Level 1 qualification.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grades 9 - 3/A* - D (English and maths desirable) or a Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support pupils' learning in a classroom setting.
You'll understand child development and how children learn at different stages.
You'll develop communication skills for working with teachers, pupils, and parents.
You'll explore how to support children with additional or special educational needs.
You'll learn about safeguarding and keeping children safe in school.
You'll understand your role and responsibilities as a teaching assistant.
You'll practise supporting literacy and numeracy activities in the classroom.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at London South East Colleges Bexley. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, group activities, and guided study. Assessment includes written assignments and portfolio work that demonstrates your knowledge and classroom support skills. Your tutor will guide you through each unit across the 34-week course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges Bexley will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant. Support pupils in primary or secondary 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.
Classroom assistant. Help teachers manage and deliver lessons.
Early years teaching assistant. Support learning in nursery or reception classes.
Cover supervisor. Supervise classes when the teacher is absent.
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 knowledge and can open doors to senior TA roles.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma. A more comprehensive qualification for those wanting to progress in school support.
PGCE or teacher training. If you want to qualify as a teacher, this Level 2 teaching assistant qualification is a useful starting point.
