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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course in Darlington – Darlington College – Part-time

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll build in-depth knowledge of supporting children and young people in school settings, covering the skills needed for roles such as teaching assistant, learning support assistant, learning mentor, and parent support adviser. The course also includes Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, and play awareness training. It runs over 34 weeks.

Who this course is for

The course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children or young people in school environments.The course is suitable for those wanting to pursue a career or currently in the role as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, parent support advisers learning mentors or similar roles at Level 3.

Entry requirements

The course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children or young people in school environments.

The course is suitable for those wanting to pursue a career or currently in the role as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, parent support advisers learning mentors or similar roles at Level 3. This course also includes Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene and play awareness training.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of how children and young people learn and develop in school environments.
  • You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
  • You'll understand how to work with pupils who have additional learning needs.
  • You'll gain skills in safeguarding and child protection in educational settings.
  • You'll complete Paediatric First Aid training.
  • You'll cover Food Hygiene and play awareness as part of the course.
  • You'll learn how to build positive relationships with pupils, families, and school staff.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Darlington College. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, observations in a school or educational setting, and a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your skills and knowledge. You'll need access to a relevant workplace or placement environment to complete the practical elements of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Darlington 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 school.
  • Learning support assistant: work one-to-one with pupils who need extra help.
  • Learning mentor: guide and motivate pupils facing barriers to learning.
  • Parent support adviser: work with families to improve school engagement.
  • SEN support assistant: assist pupils with special educational needs.
  • Classroom assistant: provide general support across a range of subjects.
  • Early years teaching assistant: support learning in nursery or reception classes.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a step toward teaching roles in further education or adult learning.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a fuller teaching qualification recognised for FE and community education roles.
  • PGCE or School Direct: if you want to qualify as a primary or secondary school teacher, these are the routes into Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Level 3 Award in Special Educational Needs Coordination: useful if you want to specialise in SEND support.
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