Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Telford. Classes run at Telford College, one day a week, with a minimum of one day a week on work placement in a school or college. This part-time daytime structure suits those balancing study with other commitments. You'll develop the skills to support children's learning in classroom settings, covering areas relevant to teaching assistant, learning support assistant, and SEN support roles. A good standard of English and maths is required, along with a DBS check. The course runs for 35 weeks.
Who this course is for
Students on this course will learn and demonstrate the skills needed to work with children, completing coursework alongside placement. You will spend one day a week in college and a minimum of 1 day a week in work placement. It's ideal for adults who want to work as teaching assistants, learning support assistants, or SEN support staff in schools or colleges.
Entry requirements
A good standard of English and maths is required, which could include GCSE or functional skills. A DBS will be required.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills to support children's learning in a classroom environment.
You'll learn how to assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand how to support pupils with special educational needs (SEN).
You'll practise safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
You'll build knowledge of child development and how children learn.
You'll complete coursework alongside real placement experience in a school or college.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a combination of classroom sessions at Telford College and work placement in a school or college setting. Assessment is through coursework completed alongside your placement. You attend college one day a week and spend at least one day a week on placement, applying your learning in a real educational environment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Telford College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange or complete a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check before beginning your placement.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day to day in school
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one or in small groups with pupils
SEN support staff: assist pupils with special educational needs in school or college
Classroom assistant: help manage learning activities across different year groups
Early years teaching assistant: support children's learning in nursery or reception settings
Cover supervisor: manage 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 or training settings.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: for those aiming to teach in colleges or adult learning.
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): longer routes for those who want to qualify as a teacher in schools.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a shorter qualification for those interested in delivering training or tutoring.
