Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This level 3 teaching assistant course covers child development, safeguarding, special needs support, behaviour, communication, and assessment for learning. Alongside classroom sessions, you'll complete a work placement in an education setting to build hands-on experience. The course runs for 43 weeks. A DBS check and interview are required before you start.
Who this course is for
Gain an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills needed to work with children and young people in a school or college, with our part time course for Adults.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of child development and how children learn at different stages.
You'll learn how to support children and young people during learning activities, play, and extra-curricular activities.
You'll study approaches to supporting children with special educational needs.
You'll explore how to support speech, language, and communication development.
You'll learn strategies for promoting positive behaviour in educational settings.
You'll understand how to support assessment for learning.
You'll study safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children and young people safe.
You'll develop skills in professional relationships, health and safety, and reflective practice.
How you will learn
Learning combines classroom-based sessions at Broadstairs College with a work placement in an education setting. Assessment is through a portfolio of work, written assignments, and work-based assessments completed during your placement. You'll gather evidence of your skills and knowledge in a real school or early years environment throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to complete a DBS check and attend an interview as part of the enrolment process.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support pupils' learning in primary or secondary schools.
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one or in small groups with students.
Special needs assistant: support children with additional learning needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or reception-age settings.
Cover supervisor: manage classroom activities in a teacher's absence.
Behaviour support worker: help pupils with social and emotional needs.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: moves you toward a teaching role in further education.
Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning: a work-based route that can strengthen your CV with an NVQ alongside this Diploma.
SEND-specific qualifications: if you want to specialise in supporting children with additional needs, targeted Level 4 or Level 5 awards are available.
A degree in Education or Early Childhood Studies: for those considering a route into qualified teacher status.
