Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Northallerton Adult Education, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll cover the skills and knowledge needed to support learning in school and college settings. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. This is a free teaching assistant course for adults aged 19 and over, though further funding eligibility checks apply at enrolment. NCFE Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges with certificate.
Who this course is for
The qualification is aimed at a range of learners, including young people, mature learners, learners with special educational needs or where English is an additional language, who are thinking of working in a school or college setting.
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 understand the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant in a school or college setting.
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering learning activities.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with children, young people, and colleagues.
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.
You'll understand how to support learners with additional needs, including those with special educational needs or English as an additional language.
You'll learn about professional standards and behaviour expected in educational environments.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Northallerton Adult Education over 12 weeks on an evening basis. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio evidence that you build up during the course. There are no formal exams. You'll complete work that demonstrates your understanding of supporting learning in schools and colleges.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
SEND support assistant: assist learners with special educational needs.
Classroom assistant: help manage resources and activities during lessons.
College learning support worker: provide in-class support in further education settings.
Cover supervisor: supervise classes under teacher direction.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award or Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: the next step if you want to take on more responsibility in the classroom.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: a fuller qualification recognised for senior support roles.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) routes: if you decide to move toward becoming a qualified teacher, a Level 3 qualification is a useful foundation before applying to teacher training programmes.
