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Level 1 Teaching Assistant Course in Leicester – Central Library

Cost£810.00
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start23 Apr 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Teaching Assistant Course Level 1 in Leicester. Classes run at Central Library, part-time during the day over 10 weeks. You'll need a minimum of Entry Level 3 English and confidence with digital skills, as the qualification is completed online. The course covers the teaching and learning environment in schools, giving you a foundation for roles in school settings. It suits anyone fitting study around other commitments, with daytime teaching assistant classes at a manageable pace.

Who this course is for

The Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools is an accredited, recognised qualification, which is designed to provide you with a foundational understanding of the teaching and learning environment within schools. Perfect for those exploring a career in education, this qualification offers an excellent starting point for roles such as teaching assistant, office staff, or other positions within a school setting.

Entry requirements

To enrol, you will need to undertake a vocational and English initial assessment to ensure this course is suitable for you. Confidence using digital skills is essential, as the qualification is completed online.

A minimum of Entry 3 level English is required.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how teaching and learning works in a school environment.
  • You'll develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of school support staff.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding and the duty of care in schools.
  • You'll gain knowledge of how schools are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll build an understanding of how to support pupils' learning and wellbeing.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and part-time during the day. Assessment is completed online, so you'll need confidence using digital tools throughout the course. You'll have a vocational and English initial assessment before you start to confirm the course is the right fit for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Central Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant, supporting pupils in primary or secondary schools.
  • Learning support assistant, helping students with additional needs.
  • Classroom assistant, working alongside teachers day to day.
  • School office staff, handling admin in a school setting.
  • Cover supervisor, managing classes in a teacher's absence.
  • Early years practitioner, supporting children in school reception classes.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. A natural next step that builds on this foundation and is recognised for teaching assistant roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move toward a more formal teaching or training role.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification. The level most employers look for when hiring experienced teaching assistants.
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