Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Selby. Evening classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. You'll learn how to support pupils and staff in school and college settings, covering communication, safeguarding, and inclusive practice. The course runs over 12 weeks part-time. A level 2 teaching assistant qualification opens the door to support roles across primary, secondary, and further education.
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 learn how to support learning activities in a classroom or college setting.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep pupils safe.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with children, young people, and colleagues.
You'll learn how to support pupils with special educational needs or English as an additional language.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant within a school or college team.
You'll develop knowledge of inclusive practice and how to adapt support to different learners.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service over 12 weeks. You'll be assessed through written assignments and portfolio evidence that you build up during the course. There are no formal exams. Assessment is based on your understanding of the topics covered and how you apply them to real support work scenarios.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Selby 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.
SEND support assistant: specialise in supporting pupils with additional needs.
Classroom assistant: assist teachers with day-to-day learning activities.
College learning support worker: support students in further education settings.
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction during short-term absences.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award 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.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: suitable if you're considering a move toward teaching or training roles in further education.
Apprenticeship as a Teaching Assistant (Level 3): combine on-the-job experience with a recognised qualification.
