Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Harrogate. Evening teaching assistant classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll learn how to support pupil learning across primary, secondary, and special schools, as well as colleges. The course runs part-time over 18 months. You'll need to be 19 or over to be eligible for funding. This is a level 3 teaching assistant qualification recognised for specialist support roles in schools.
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 strategies to support individual pupils with their learning.
You'll learn how to work within school policies, safeguarding frameworks, and professional boundaries.
You'll understand how to assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll explore how to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and parents.
You'll understand child development and how it shapes learning in school settings.
You'll build knowledge of behaviour management approaches used in schools and colleges.
How you will learn
Classes are held in the evening at Harrogate Civic Centre. Learning is classroom based and part-time across 18 months. Assessment for this NCFE Diploma is portfolio based. You'll gather evidence from your work in a school or college setting, showing how you apply your skills in practice. There may also be written assignments and professional discussions to demonstrate your knowledge.
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, secondary, or special schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant. Work with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant. Provide in-class support across subjects.
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA). Take on greater responsibility in the classroom.
Cover supervisor. Lead classes under teacher direction.
Early years teaching assistant. Support learning in nursery or reception settings.
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. Develops you further toward qualified teacher status in FE settings.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Status Assessment. Formally recognised status for TAs taking on broader classroom responsibilities.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) via a school-based route such as School Direct. The route into becoming a qualified teacher in England.
