Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Harrogate. Classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how to support teaching and learning in primary, secondary, special schools, and colleges. The course covers specialist pupil support across a range of educational settings. You need to be aged 19 or over to be eligible for funding. The course typically takes 18 months part-time.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners working in roles that offer specialist support for pupil learning in primary, secondary or special schools, as well as colleges. Learners are required to be aged 19 years or over.
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 develop skills to support pupil learning across different educational settings.
You'll learn how to assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and parents.
You'll understand child development and how it affects learning.
You'll build knowledge of behaviour management strategies used in schools.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face-to-face at Harrogate Civic Centre. Assessment is based on practical work-based evidence, written assignments, and observations in your school or college setting. You'll need to be working or volunteering in a relevant educational role to complete the practical elements of the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant. Support pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant. Work with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant. Help students in college or further education settings.
Higher-level teaching assistant (HLTA). Take on more responsibility in the classroom.
Cover supervisor. Manage classes when teachers are absent.
Early years teaching assistant. Support learning in reception or nursery classes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. A step toward teaching roles in further education.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Suitable if you want to qualify as a further education teacher.
HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) assessment. Recognised status that can increase responsibility and pay in school settings.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) via a degree or School Direct route. The qualification needed to become a fully qualified teacher.
