Level 1 ESOL Classroom Volunteering Course in Barnet. Classes run at Barnet and Southgate College Barnet Campus, part-time during the day. You'll need a completed English or ESOL Qualification at Level 1 to join. The course runs over 20 weeks and covers how to support people learning English as a second language. You'll explore the personal, social, and environmental factors that can affect how people learn English, and build the skills to assist in an ESOL classroom setting.
Who this course is for
It is appropriate for volunteers who:
? Would like to understand how to support others to learn English as a second language
? Need to understand how the ability to learn English can be affected by a wide range of
personal, social, or environmental factors
? Want to work in a learning support environment
? Would like to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to support ESOL students
Entry requirements
Completed an English or ESOL Qualification at Level 1
What you will learn
You'll understand how to support learners studying English as a second language.
You'll explore the personal, social, and environmental factors that affect English language learning.
You'll develop the skills needed to assist in an ESOL classroom environment.
You'll learn how to work effectively in a learning support role.
You'll gain knowledge of how english for speakers of other languages is taught and structured.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Barnet and Southgate College Barnet Campus. You'll learn through classroom sessions covering both theory and practical skills. Assessment is based on the requirements of the Ascentis Level 1 Award, which may include written tasks and observation of your volunteering practice. The centre will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barnet and Southgate College Barnet Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Classroom volunteer, supporting ESOL learners in community or college settings.
Learning support assistant, helping students in English language classes.
Community English tutor volunteer, working with local groups.
ESOL teaching assistant, supporting qualified teachers in the classroom.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Supporting English Language Teaching and Learning: a natural next step if you want to deepen your knowledge and take on more responsibility in an ESOL setting.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: opens the door to teaching roles if you want to move from volunteering into paid teaching or tutoring work.
ESOL teaching qualifications (such as CELTA): relevant if you want to qualify as an English language teacher.
