Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course. Study online at your own pace with JAG Training. This level 3 teaching assistant course covers planning and delivering learning support, assessment strategies, bilingual support, special educational needs, and reflective practice. It's designed for anyone working or looking to work directly with children and young people in schools or colleges. The course typically takes 12 months to complete. There are no specific prior learning requirements, though a Level 2 qualification may be helpful.
Who this course is for
This qualification provides learners with an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school and college environments. It covers all aspects of specialist support including planning, delivering and reviewing assessment strategies to support learning alongside the teacher; bilingual support; special needs support; and personal development and reflective practice.
Entry requirements
This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 and above There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan, deliver, and review assessment strategies to support learning alongside a teacher.
You'll develop knowledge of special educational needs support in school and college settings.
You'll understand how to provide bilingual support for learners with English as an additional language.
You'll explore personal development and reflective practice as a teaching professional.
You'll build understanding of safeguarding and the responsibilities of those working with children and young people.
You'll learn how to support learners across different subjects and age groups within a school or college environment.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is based on written assignments and portfolio evidence demonstrating your knowledge and skills. JAG Training will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. JAG Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting teachers and pupils in primary or secondary school.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant: working one-to-one with pupils with additional needs.
Learning support assistant: helping students access lessons in mainstream or specialist settings.
Bilingual teaching assistant: supporting pupils whose first language is not English.
Cover supervisor: managing a class under teacher direction during planned absences.
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA): taking on greater responsibility under teacher supervision.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a step toward teaching roles in further education.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: for those aiming to teach or train adults professionally.
HLTA Status Assessment: if you want to take on higher level teaching assistant responsibilities in school.
Degree in Education or Primary Teaching (QTS route): for those considering becoming a qualified teacher.
