Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Ilford Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 43 weeks, giving you time to study alongside other commitments. You'll cover the knowledge and skills needed to support teachers and pupils in a school setting. Topics include child development, safeguarding, communication, and how to support learning across different subjects and age groups. This level 2 teaching assistant qualification is awarded by NCFE.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll understand how children and young people develop and learn.
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep pupils safe.
You'll develop skills in communicating with pupils, staff, and parents.
You'll learn how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll understand school policies, professional standards, and your role within a team.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Ilford Campus. Assessment includes written assignments and evidence of your understanding of teaching and learning support. You may also be asked to demonstrate knowledge through observations or reflective tasks. The course is delivered part-time during the day over 43 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Ilford Campus 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. Assist pupils with additional needs.
Classroom assistant. Help manage the classroom and support daily learning activities.
Early years teaching assistant. Support children in nursery or reception settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Moves you toward a teaching or training role.
Level 3 Certificate for Teaching Assistants. Deepens your classroom support skills and may open senior TA roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning. Covers SEN and more complex support roles in depth.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care. An option if you want to work with younger children.
