Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Selby. Evening teaching assistant classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around work or 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 pupil support across a range of school settings and takes around 18 months part-time. This is a level 3 teaching assistant qualification recognised for professional roles in education.
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 pupil learning across primary, secondary, and special school settings.
You'll learn how to assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and parents.
You'll develop knowledge of assessment and how to monitor pupil progress.
You'll understand your professional role and responsibilities within a school or college environment.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in evening classroom sessions at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. Assessment is work-based, drawing on your practice in your current school or college role. You'll build a portfolio of evidence from your workplace alongside written assignments. The combination of classroom learning and on-the-job evidence means you apply what you study directly in your role.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching 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 classroom responsibility.
Cover supervisor: managing classes in a teacher's short-term absence.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting learning in reception or nursery classes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a step toward teaching in further education or adult learning settings.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: for those aiming to teach in colleges or training organisations.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Status Assessment: for teaching assistants ready to take on a more senior classroom role.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) via a school-based route: for those who want to train as a fully qualified teacher.
