Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Course in Bristol. Classes run at Ashley Down Centre, part-time during the day, one day a week for around four hours over one year. You also spend roughly one day a week on placement in a school, building hands-on experience alongside your classroom study. The course covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to support teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools. You'll need literacy skills at Level 1 or above to join, and you'll need to arrange a school work placement before you start.
Who this course is for
If you would like to be a Teaching Assistant but have little or no experience, this is the course for you. It will give you the knowledge and experience to be able to work as a Teaching Assistant in a primary or secondary school. You will attend college for around four hours a week for one year plus you will spend around one day a week in school to gain practical experience in the role.
Entry requirements
You will need an appropriate work placement in a school. Please discuss this with the tutor when you attend the interview----To be 16 years of age or over--Literacy skills to at least Level 1--On-line Literacy and Numeracy assessments will be given at interview--
What you will learn
You'll understand how schools are organised and how they support children's development.
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll develop skills in supporting pupils with their literacy and numeracy.
You'll learn how to help children with special educational needs and disabilities.
You'll understand safeguarding and child protection responsibilities in schools.
You'll practise supporting behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.
You'll gain practical experience working directly with pupils in a real school setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions at Ashley Down Centre and a weekly school placement. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in your placement school, and a portfolio of evidence from your practical work. Literacy and numeracy assessments take place at interview, and your tutor will use these to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ashley Down Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange a suitable school work placement before the course begins - your tutor will discuss this with you at interview.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant - support teachers in primary or secondary schools.
Learning support assistant - work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant - assist pupils with additional needs.
Classroom assistant - help manage the classroom and support daily activities.
Cover supervisor - supervise classes under teacher direction.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools - the next step for teaching assistants wanting to take on more responsibility and work more independently in the classroom.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator - if you want to move into early years settings such as nurseries or Reception classes.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training - a route toward becoming a teacher or trainer.
