Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day. The course runs over 4 months and covers the knowledge and skills you need to support teaching and learning in a classroom setting. You'll study how to assist teachers, support pupils, and contribute to a positive learning environment. There are no specific entry requirements. Contact the college to confirm your start date, as more than one intake is available.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = STASS | Course Title = Teaching Assistant Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 60324983 | Qualification Aim Title = Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning | College Delivery Area = Professional and Creative Studies (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll develop skills in working with pupils of different ages and abilities.
You'll understand how to promote positive behaviour in the classroom.
You'll learn how to support pupils with additional learning needs.
You'll study safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
You'll develop communication skills for working with teachers, parents, and pupils.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at South Tyneside College. Assessment is based on assignments and practical tasks that reflect real classroom situations. You'll build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. Contact the college for full details of the assessment methods used on this course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant. Support teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Learning support assistant. Work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant. Support pupils with additional needs.
Classroom assistant. Assist with day-to-day learning activities across year groups.
Early years teaching assistant. Support learning in nursery or reception classes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. A step toward delivering your own training or teaching sessions.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Develops your teaching practice further if you want to move toward a teaching role.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The route to becoming a fully qualified teacher in England, typically through a degree and teacher training programme.
