Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Ipswich. Classes run at Suffolk New College, full-time during the day. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, Teaching Assistant, or a related subject to join. The course runs for one year and covers the skills and knowledge needed to support teaching and learning in schools and educational settings. It's a strong level 3 teaching assistant qualification for those ready to move into a classroom support role.
Who this course is for
Please see view the course at http://www.suffolk.ac.uk/courses
Entry requirements
A Level 2 qualification or higher in Childcare, Early Years, Teaching Assistant, or a related subject.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll develop skills in supporting pupils with different learning needs.
You'll understand how to promote positive behaviour in the classroom.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures.
You'll understand how to support pupils' literacy and numeracy development.
You'll learn how to contribute to assessment and record-keeping in educational settings.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Suffolk New College, with full-time daytime attendance across the year. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in educational settings, and a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your practice. You'll be assessed on both your knowledge and your ability to apply skills in a real classroom environment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting teachers and pupils day to day in school
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant: working with pupils with additional needs
Learning support assistant: helping individual pupils access the curriculum
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA): taking on greater classroom responsibility
Early years teaching assistant: supporting learning in nursery or reception classes
Cover supervisor: managing a class under teacher direction during short absences
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: for those aiming to teach independently in post-16 settings.
HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) status assessment: recognised by schools for expanded classroom responsibilities.
Degree in Primary Education (QTS): for those looking to qualify as a primary school teacher.
