Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Morley College London Waterloo Campus, part-time during the day over 35 weeks. You'll need Maths and English at Level 2 or above, a school placement arranged before the course starts, and a current DBS check. The course is designed for people already working or volunteering in a school setting who want to develop their knowledge and take their career further. You'll be assessed in the workplace by a qualified assessor.
Who this course is for
This course is for students working or volunteering in schools or a school setting who wish to further their career and build their knowledge and experience. Please note this course does not provide any UCAS points.
Entry requirements
You will need Maths and English at Level 2 or above. You will also need to arrange your own placement in a school setting and have a current DBS check. These must be in place before the course starts. You will be assessed in the workplace by a qualified assessor.
What you will learn
You'll understand how to support pupils' learning across different subjects and age groups.
You'll learn how to assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and school policies.
You'll understand how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with teachers, pupils, and parents.
You'll build knowledge of behaviour management strategies used in school settings.
You'll understand your professional role and responsibilities as a teaching assistant.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Morley College London Waterloo Campus, combined with assessed practice in your school placement. A qualified assessor will observe and assess you in the workplace. You'll also complete coursework and written tasks as part of the qualification. You must arrange your own placement in a school setting and have a current DBS check in place before the course begins.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morley College London Waterloo Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange your own placement in a school or school setting and have a current DBS check in place before the course starts.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day to day in school
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: work with pupils with additional needs
Learning support assistant: help individual or small groups with their learning
Classroom assistant: provide general support across primary or secondary settings
Cover supervisor: manage a class during short-term teacher absence
Early years teaching assistant: support learning in Reception or nursery classes
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET): a recognised first step into teaching or training adults, often taken by TAs moving into a trainer or tutor role.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a deeper qualification for those working toward a teaching role.
Foundation Degree in Supporting Teaching and Learning: a higher education route for TAs wanting to move toward qualified teacher status.
