Patient, knowledgeable trainers who explain complex school procedures clearly are the course’s most distinctive strength. Attendees value the welcoming, inclusive teaching style, constructive feedback and individual support, alongside practical examples, case studies, quizzes, discussions and creative group activities. They find the content informative, well structured and generally easy to follow, covering safeguarding, SEND, child development and policies. The learning builds confidence and equips them to support children and pursue work in schools.
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About this course
Are you looking to start your journey as a supporting teacher in a school or college? Or are you looking for a new career?
This course aims to support learners to understand the role of supporting children and young people in schools and colleges.
Learners will explore the role of a teaching assistant and the impact they have the development of children and young people. Learners will gain an understanding of the essential components required when working in schools or colleges.
This course is a fantastic introduction to support through education the development of young people in schools and colleges. It is the first step on the ladder to developing your knowledge and understanding of what is involved with enhancing the learning experience in educational settings.
Whether you’re unemployed or want to gain new skills, this course could be right for you.
To complete the programme, you will need to be:
- Over the age of 19
What you will learn
This course is packed with exciting and educational content.
Over the course of the weeks, you will cover:
- Professional relationships
- Safeguarding
- Child development and transitions
- SEND and inclusive practice
- Working in schools and colleges
- Schools and colleges as organisations
- Legal requirements, policies and procedures
- Equality and diversity
- Health and safety
- Employability skills
Recent reviews
Very insightful and helpful.
Truthfully at this stage I can’t see anyways to improve the course, it gave me all the knowledge I felt I needed at this stage and further insight into helping children and young people. I’m really pleased with the outcome and feel more confident with going into schools now.
This course was really good.I enjoyed coming in and learning it gave me lots of knowledge about school and college. And it gave me a level of confidence.