Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Pickering. Evening teaching assistant classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. You'll learn how to support pupil learning across primary, secondary, and special school settings, as well as colleges. The course runs part-time over 18 months. You must be aged 19 or over to be eligible for funding. This level 3 teaching assistant qualification is awarded by NCFE.
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 learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll develop skills in working with pupils who have additional or specialist learning needs.
You'll understand how to promote positive behaviour and wellbeing in school settings.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and parents.
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep pupils safe.
You'll build knowledge of assessment and how to track and report pupil progress.
You'll understand your professional role and responsibilities within a school or college environment.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Atmosphere Centre for Young People during evening sessions. Assessment is based on a portfolio of evidence drawn from your work in a school or college setting, alongside written assignments and observations. You will need to be working or volunteering in a relevant educational environment to complete the practical elements of this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in primary, secondary, or special schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: working with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant: helping students in college or further education settings.
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA): taking on greater responsibility in the classroom.
Behaviour support assistant: working with pupils who need targeted pastoral support.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting learning in reception and early primary classes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a step toward teaching roles in further education and adult learning settings.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a fuller teaching qualification recognised for FE teaching roles.
HLTA Status Assessment: formal recognition as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, with greater classroom responsibility.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): for those who want to train as a fully qualified teacher.
