Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Southend-on-Sea – Southend Adult Community College, – Daytime

Cost£540.00
Duration90 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
Apply now →

About this course

Teaching Assistant Level 2 Course in Southend-on-Sea. Classes run at Southend Adult Community College, part-time during the day.

The course takes around 90 hours of study of study. You'll cover how to support teaching and learning in schools and colleges, including working with pupils, assisting with lessons, and understanding safeguarding. The daytime schedule suits those balancing study with other commitments.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges.

Who this course is for

Our vocational courses are designed to help you develop practical skills, gain recognised qualifications, and prepare for employment or career progression. With a strong focus on real-world learning, many courses include hands-on experience and industry insight to help you build confidence and workplace-ready skills.

Whether you�re looking to start a new career, return to work, or progress in your current role, we offer supportive training across a range of sectors including health and social care, childcare, hospitality, business, and employability. Many courses also provide clear progression routes into further study, apprenticeships, or employment.

Learn in a supportive environment, develop valuable skills, and take the next step towards your future.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to support teachers and pupils in a classroom setting.
  • You'll understand safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
  • You'll develop skills in supporting learning activities and lesson delivery.
  • You'll explore how to communicate effectively with children and colleagues.
  • You'll learn about inclusion and how to support pupils with different needs.
  • You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Southend Adult Community College. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio evidence that you build up during the course. You'll apply what you learn to realistic school and college scenarios.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Southend Adult Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant, supports teachers and pupils in primary or secondary schools.
  • Learning support assistant, works one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
  • Classroom assistant, helps manage learning activities and resources.
  • Special educational needs support assistant, assists pupils with additional needs.
  • Early years teaching assistant, supports learning in nursery or reception classes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, a step toward teaching or training roles.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification, deepens your skills for more senior support roles.
  • Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, recognised for career progression in schools.
  • CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, if you want to move into early years settings.
Apply on enrol.southend-adult.ac.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at Southend Adult Community College,

More courses near you