Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Stockport. Classes run at Stockport Continuing Education Service. Daytime sessions run part-time over 12 months, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll need a confirmed school placement before you start, and English at Level 2. The course covers children and young people's development, supporting pupils with disabilities or special educational needs, and building professional relationships with staff and families. It's designed for people currently working in a support role in primary, secondary, or special schools.
Who this course is for
This qualification will enable learners to develop the knowledge and skills needed when supporting teaching and learning in schools. It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people's development, supporting those with disabilities or special educational needs and communicaiton and professional relationships.
It is aimed at learners working in roles that support pupils' learning in primary, secondary or special schools. This course is for those who are currently unemployed and actively seeking support work in schools. It can also be accessed on a full cost recovery basis.
Entry requirements
English L2 and to have secured a placement in a school
What you will learn
You'll understand how children and young people develop at different stages.
You'll learn how to support pupils with disabilities or special educational needs.
You'll develop skills in communication and building professional relationships with school staff.
You'll understand your role in supporting pupils' learning across different school settings.
You'll learn how to work within school policies and safeguarding procedures.
How you will learn
You'll attend daytime classroom sessions at Stockport Continuing Education Service. Learning is supported by your school placement, where you'll apply knowledge directly in a real school environment. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments and evidence gathered from your placement. Your progress is reviewed throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stockport Continuing Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start. You must have a confirmed school placement in place before enrolling.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support pupils' learning in primary or secondary school.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: work with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant: help individual or small groups in the classroom.
Inclusion support worker: assist pupils who need extra help to access lessons.
Classroom assistant: provide day-to-day support to teachers and pupils.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a route into delivering training or teaching in further education settings.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification: deepens your knowledge and can strengthen your position in school roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Learning and Mentoring: broadens your skills in mentoring and pastoral support.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce: if you want to move into early years settings.
