Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Pickering. Classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll need to be working in a support role in a primary, secondary, or special school, or a college. The course covers specialist support for pupil learning and takes around 18 months to complete. It's 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 across different school settings.
You'll learn how to assist with planning and delivering learning activities.
You'll understand how to support pupils with special educational needs.
You'll explore safeguarding, child development, and school policies.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with teachers, pupils, and parents.
You'll understand your professional role and responsibilities in an educational environment.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Atmosphere Centre for Young People. Assessment is through a combination of work-based evidence, observations in your school or college setting, and written assignments. You'll build a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates your competence in supporting teaching and learning.
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 learning in primary or secondary schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant: working with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant: providing one-to-one or small group support.
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA): taking on broader classroom responsibilities.
Cover supervisor: managing classes in a teacher's short-term absence.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting 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: for those moving toward a full teaching qualification.
HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) status assessment: recognised route to greater responsibility and pay in school settings.
Degree-level Initial Teacher Training (ITT): for those aiming to qualify as a teacher.
