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. Over 12 weeks, you'll cover the skills and knowledge needed to support pupils and students in school and college settings. This level 2 teaching assistant course is open to a wide range of learners, including those considering a move into education for the first time. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. 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 support staff in schools and colleges.
You'll learn how to support teachers and other professionals in a classroom setting.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with children, young people, and colleagues.
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and the duty of care in educational environments.
You'll understand how to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including special educational needs and English as an additional language.
You'll learn about the importance of inclusion and equality in education settings.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom across weekly evening sessions. You'll be assessed through written assignments and portfolio-based tasks that draw on your understanding of support work in schools and colleges. There is no formal exam. Assessment is designed to reflect real situations you'd encounter in an educational setting.
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 teachers and 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 manage resources and activities in a classroom.
Cover supervisor: support classes under teacher direction in secondary schools.
Early years teaching assistant: work with younger children in nursery or reception settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a recognised step toward teaching or training roles in further education.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification: deepens your knowledge and can support applications for senior or specialist TA roles.
Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: a more detailed qualification for those already working in a school setting and looking to take on greater responsibility.
