Teaching Assistant Level 3 Course in Merton. Classes run at Merton College, part-time during the day over 30 weeks. The pace is manageable, making it a practical option if you're balancing study with other commitments. You'll develop the knowledge and skills to support teachers and pupils in a school or early years setting. This level 3 teaching assistant course covers areas such as safeguarding, supporting learning activities, and understanding child development. When employers ask for a teaching assistant qualification, this NCFE Diploma is a recognised route into the role.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll learn how to support teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
You'll explore child development and how pupils learn at different ages and stages.
You'll study how to support pupils with additional or special educational needs.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with pupils, teachers, and parents.
You'll understand your professional role and responsibilities within a school setting.
You'll develop skills in supporting literacy and numeracy in the classroom.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Merton College. You'll be assessed through a combination of written assignments, observations in a school or educational setting, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll need to complete some hours of practical experience in a classroom environment as part of the qualification. The centre will confirm the exact assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Merton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils day-to-day in school.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant: work with pupils who need extra support.
Learning support assistant: help individual or small groups with their learning.
Higher level teaching assistant (HLTA): take on more responsibility in the classroom.
Early years teaching assistant: support children in nursery or reception classes.
Cover supervisor: manage a class under teacher direction when needed.
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: a fuller teaching qualification for those aiming to teach in colleges or training settings.
HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) assessment: if you want to take on greater classroom responsibility without becoming a qualified teacher.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): the qualification you need to become a fully qualified teacher in UK schools, typically via a PGCE or School Direct route.
