Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Scarborough. Evening teaching assistant classes run at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service, 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. It covers the skills and knowledge schools expect from classroom support staff, from safeguarding and communication to supporting pupils' learning. This is a free teaching assistant course for adults 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 understand how to support teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
You'll learn how schools and colleges are organised and how they keep pupils safe.
You'll develop skills in communicating effectively with children, young people, and colleagues.
You'll explore how to support pupils with different learning needs.
You'll understand your responsibilities around safeguarding and child protection.
You'll learn how to help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service on an evening timetable. Assessment is based on your work in your school or college placement, alongside written assignments and portfolio evidence gathered over the 16 weeks. Your learning is grounded in what you do day-to-day in your support role.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service 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 activities and resources.
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in reception and nursery settings.
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET): the next step if you want to move toward a teaching or training role.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: deepens your knowledge of SEN, behaviour, and curriculum support.
Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning: builds directly on this Level 2 Certificate for those looking to take on more responsibility in school.
