Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while working in a support role in a school or college, applying what you learn directly in the classroom. This is a 12-month course, so you build your skills steadily alongside your day-to-day work. You'll cover how to support teachers, help students get the most from their lessons, and contribute effectively to classroom learning. This level 3 teaching assistant qualification is funded through an Advanced Learner Loan, not a free place.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners working in support roles within schools and colleges. This course is about providing support in the classroom. After all, teachers aren’t the only ones who make a difference to learning in schools. Learning support staff, such as teaching assistants, play a vital role in today’s classrooms by making sure students get the most out of their lessons.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll develop skills in helping students with different learning needs.
You'll understand how to promote positive behaviour in the classroom.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and parents.
You'll build knowledge of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
You'll understand your role within the wider school team and its policies.
How you will learn
This is a work-based qualification, so your learning happens in your school or college placement. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day work in the classroom. Assessment is ongoing and practical, based on what you do in your role. You'll need to be in a voluntary or paid support role throughout the course to generate the evidence required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hull Business Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to be in a working or voluntary role in a school or college setting for the duration of the course.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching Assistant: supporting teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Learning Support Assistant: helping students with additional needs in mainstream settings.
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Assistant: working with pupils who have specific learning requirements.
Classroom Assistant: providing general support across lessons and school activities.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA): taking on greater responsibility in the classroom with further experience.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools: a more in-depth qualification for those working in schools who want to deepen their expertise.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a step toward teaching roles if you want to move from support into delivering lessons.
Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning Support: a higher education route for those aiming toward a full teaching career.
