Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Peterlee. Evening teaching assistant classes run at East Durham College Peterlee Campus, part-time over 32 weeks. That makes it possible to study while managing other commitments during the day. The course focuses on supporting teaching and learning in a school setting. You'll attend classroom sessions and complete a placement of at least one day or six hours per week in a school. A DBS check and interview are required before you start.
Who this course is for
This course Teaching Assistant in a school setting.Class work including demonstrations, discussions and practical work. Subject information is given via lectures, videos, visits, speakers, handouts and demonstrations. You will need to attend placement for a minimum of 1 day or 6 hours per week.
Entry requirements
It is recommended that applicants have achieved GCSE at 3 grade in English and mathematics and have gained a good reference from school or from a person other than a family member. Applicants must also be able to demonstrate the potential to act independently and safely, therefore all candidates must be interviewed, and receive a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure Barring Service).
Entry onto any course at East Durham College is subject to final approval from the Assistant Principal. Where relevant, the term ‘entry requirements’ also includes DBS checks, references, fitness to practice, etc.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support pupils' learning in a classroom environment.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant in a school setting.
You'll develop skills in supporting teachers with planning and delivering lessons.
You'll learn how to help pupils with special educational needs and diverse learning requirements.
You'll understand safeguarding, child protection, and how to keep pupils safe.
You'll practise supporting communication and literacy development in the classroom.
You'll gain hands-on experience through a weekly school placement.
How you will learn
Learning takes place through a mix of classroom sessions and school-based placement. Sessions include lectures, discussions, demonstrations, videos, visits, and handouts. You'll also complete practical work during your placement, attending school for a minimum of one day or six hours per week. Assessment is based on your work across both the classroom and placement elements of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Durham College Peterlee Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange a school placement and must have a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) check in place before you begin.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day to day in schools.
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant: assist pupils with additional needs.
Classroom assistant: help manage resources and activities during lessons.
Early years teaching assistant: support children in reception and nursery settings.
Cover supervisor: manage classes in a teacher's short-term absence.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a recognised step if you want to move toward a teaching or training role.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma for Teaching Assistants: builds on your Level 2 teaching assistant qualification and can open doors to senior or specialist support roles.
Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: a natural next step for those already working in a school and looking to take on more responsibility.
