Free Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College during the day, part-time over one year. The course covers how to support teachers and pupils in classroom settings, helping you develop the practical skills schools look for. A level 2 teaching assistant qualification is often the first step toward working in primary or secondary education.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand how children and young people develop and learn.
You'll explore how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll develop skills in maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and parents.
You'll understand your role and responsibilities as a teaching assistant.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at The Sheffield College. Assessment is based on your knowledge and understanding of supporting teaching and learning. This typically includes written assignments and evidence of your understanding of classroom practice. The centre will confirm the full assessment requirements when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College 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 schools.
Early years support worker: support children's learning in nursery or reception settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: broadens your teaching knowledge and is useful if you want to move toward a more senior classroom role.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification: a natural next step after this level 2 teaching assistant course, recognised for more senior support roles in schools.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: if you want to work more broadly in early years settings.
