Level 2 Teaching Assistant Course in Truro. Classes run at Truro College, part-time during the day over 32 weeks. The pace suits anyone balancing study with other commitments, including caring responsibilities or part-time work. You'll need to be working or volunteering in a school setting for at least 8 hours a week while you study. The course covers classroom support, numeracy, and English, working under the direction of the class teacher.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is designed for learning support staff whose responsibilities at work are closely supervised. You will be working in the sector either paid or as a volunteer for a minimum of 8 hours per week and will be working under the direction of the class teacher whose lesson planning and day-to-day direction set the framework within which the individual works. You will take an active part in supporting numeracy and English.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll develop skills in supporting pupils with numeracy activities.
You'll develop skills in supporting pupils with English and literacy tasks.
You'll understand how to work within a school's safeguarding and behaviour policies.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and other school staff.
You'll understand your role and responsibilities as a learning support assistant.
You'll learn how to help pupils with special educational needs or additional learning needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Truro College, combining taught input with practical tasks linked to your work or volunteering placement in a school. Assessment is based on a portfolio of evidence gathered from your workplace, showing how you apply your skills in a real school setting. You'll also complete written assignments and may be observed working in the classroom.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
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.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: help pupils with additional needs.
Classroom assistant: provide general support across a range of subjects.
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction during short absences.
Early years teaching assistant: support children in Reception or nursery settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a step toward teaching or training roles in further education.
Level 3 Certificate for Teaching Assistants: deepens your classroom support skills and can strengthen your position in school.
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools: the next level for teaching assistants taking on more responsibility, including work with pupils with complex needs.
