Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Ripon. Classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon. Daytime sessions run part-time over 16 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll need to be in a placement or support role in a school or college to join. The course covers how to support teachers and pupils effectively, including communication, safeguarding, and working within school policies. You must be aged 19 or over to be eligible for funding.
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 learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
You'll develop skills in supporting pupils with their learning and development.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents.
You'll understand school policies, procedures, and your role within them.
You'll explore how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll learn how to contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Ripon Community House Ripon, with daytime sessions spread across 16 weeks. Assessment is based on your work in your school or college placement, supported by assignments and evidence you gather on the job. You'll build a portfolio of evidence showing how you apply your skills in a real support role.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ripon Community House Ripon 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.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs.
Classroom assistant: help manage resources and activities in primary or secondary settings.
Early years support worker: support children's learning in nursery or reception classes.
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction during short absences.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a step toward teaching or training roles in further education.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification: deepens your knowledge and can strengthen your position in school.
Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: a natural next step if you want to take on more responsibility as a teaching assistant.
CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator: if you want to move into early years or nursery settings.
