Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Salisbury. Classes run at RACPD Salisbury, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The course covers support roles in schools and colleges, including working directly with children and young people in the classroom, as well as administrative, technical, and site support roles. There are no specific entry requirements, though some Level 2 English experience may be helpful. The course runs over 12 weeks.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for anyone who wants to work in a school or college setting in a full or part-time support role (this could be in an administrative role, technical or site support, voluntary work or working directly with children and young people in the classroom).
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements but learners may find it useful if they have already achieved Lev 2 English.
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of support staff in schools and colleges.
You'll learn how to support children and young people's learning in a classroom setting.
You'll explore safeguarding principles and how they apply in educational environments.
You'll develop knowledge of communication skills needed when working with pupils, staff, and parents.
You'll understand how to support inclusion and meet the needs of diverse learners.
You'll learn about health, safety, and wellbeing in a school or college environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at RACPD Salisbury. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio evidence that you build up over the 12 weeks. There are no exams. Your work is assessed against the NCFE qualification standards, and you'll receive feedback from your tutor as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. RACPD Salisbury will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support pupils in primary or secondary school classrooms.
Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
SEND support assistant: assist students with special educational needs.
Classroom support worker: provide general in-class support to teachers.
School administrator: take on administrative roles within a school setting.
College support worker: assist students in further education colleges.
Behaviour support assistant: help manage and support pupil behaviour.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: the next step if you want to take on more responsibility in the classroom and work toward a higher-level teaching assistant role.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: a fuller qualification recognised for senior or specialist support roles.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: relevant if you want to move into early years settings and nursery work.
