Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Shrewsbury. Classes run at Shrewsbury College, part-time during the day, over one year. The daytime timetable makes it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how to support teaching and learning in school and classroom settings, covering child development, communication, and working with teachers and other professionals. The course leads to the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning, a recognised teaching assistant qualification that employers in schools look for.
Who this course is for
Please see our website for details of the course Level 2 NCFE CACHE Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. Shrewsbury Colleges Group gives students greater choices and dedicated subject resources at different campus locations and is proud to offer the largest and most flexible curriculum offer within Shropshire, comprising of A Levels, Vocational Diplomas, Apprenticeships and Higher Education qualifications.
Entry requirements
Please see our website for details
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers and pupils in a classroom setting.
You'll develop knowledge of child development and how children learn.
You'll understand how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll explore how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll learn about safeguarding and keeping children safe in school.
You'll understand your role and responsibilities as a teaching assistant.
You'll develop skills in supporting literacy and numeracy activities.
How you will learn
You'll attend daytime classes at Shrewsbury College throughout the year. Learning is classroom based, with a mix of taught sessions and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work that you build up over the course. You may also complete observations or tasks linked to a school or educational setting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Shrewsbury 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. Help manage learning activities and resources day to day.
Early years teaching assistant. Support learning in nursery or reception classes.
Cover supervisor. Supervise classes under teacher direction.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning. The natural next step if you want to take on more responsibility in school.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education. Broadens your options into early years and nursery settings.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Relevant if you're considering a move toward teaching or training roles.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) routes. For those who want to train as a teacher in the longer term.
