Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Blackpool. Evening classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time over 22 weeks. This level 3 teaching assistant course fits around your existing commitments, with sessions in the evening. You'll develop the knowledge and practical skills to support learners effectively in school and college settings. The course covers a wide range of topics relevant to working directly with children and young people. You need to be 19 or over to enrol.
Who this course is for
Are you ready to take the next step in your education career and work directly with children and young people in a school or college setting? This course is ideal for those already working or volunteering in education who want to develop their skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification to support progression into more senior or specialised roles. This courseprovides in-depth knowledge and practical skills needed to support learners effectively. You'll cover a wide range of topics including safeguarding, child development, supporting learning activities, and working with children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This qualification can be studied independently but is also a key component of the Teaching Assistant Pathway and is designed to prepare you for a rewarding and impactful role in primary, secondary, or specialist education settings.
Entry requirements
Technical Entry Requirements: Age: 19 years or over (19+) Additional Non-Qualification-Based Entry Requirements: DBS Check: While a DBS check is not required for enrolment on the course. However, it is essential for those seeking employment working with children and young people. This check is typically arranged through your employer or placement provider.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills to support learners with their learning in classroom settings.
You'll learn how to work effectively alongside teachers and other education professionals.
You'll study child and young person development and how it affects learning.
You'll explore how to support learners with additional or special educational needs.
You'll learn how to promote positive behaviour and wellbeing in educational settings.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities when working with children and young people.
You'll build knowledge of communication strategies to engage learners of different ages and abilities.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Bispham Campus on an evening, part-time basis. You'll be assessed through a combination of written assignments, observations in a school or college setting, and portfolio evidence. A DBS check is not required to enrol, but you will need one if you take up employment or a placement working with children.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant. Support pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Special educational needs (SEN) support assistant. Work with learners with additional needs.
Learning support assistant. Help students in further education colleges.
Cover supervisor. Manage classes in the absence of a teacher.
Behaviour support assistant. Work with pupils who need targeted behaviour support.
Early years teaching assistant. Support children in nursery or reception settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET). A recognised first step into teaching or training roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Develops your teaching practice further and opens doors to more senior roles.
Foundation Degree in Education or Teaching and Learning. A higher education route for those looking to move toward qualified teacher status.
PGCE or School Direct. The route to becoming a qualified teacher if you hold a degree.
