Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Northallerton. Classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service on a part-time daytime timetable, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how to support teaching and learning across primary, secondary, and special schools, as well as colleges. You need to be working in a relevant support role to enrol. The course takes 18 months part-time. This is a free teaching assistant course for adults aged 19 and over.
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 in supporting pupils' learning under the direction of a teacher.
You'll learn how to support children and young people's development and wellbeing.
You'll understand how to work with teachers to plan and deliver learning activities.
You'll explore how to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures.
You'll build knowledge of the curriculum and how it applies to your support role.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, combined with evidence gathered from your workplace. Assessment is portfolio-based: you'll collect evidence of your practice in a school or college setting. This includes observations of your work, witness testimonies from colleagues, and written assignments. You must be working in a relevant school or college support role throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service 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) support assistant. Work with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant. Help students in further education colleges.
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA). Take on greater responsibility in the classroom.
Cover supervisor. Manage classes under teacher direction during absences.
Early years teaching assistant. Support learning in nursery or reception settings.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET). A route into teaching roles in further education.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Develops you toward a full teaching qualification.
HLTA status assessment. Formal recognition as a higher level teaching assistant, often required for pay progression in schools.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) via a school-based route. For those aiming to become a qualified teacher.
