This is a 2 week remote course. You will learn from home with guidance from a tutor via a Microsoft Teams meeting.
You must have access to a laptop or computer.
You will have a live session with a tutor (10am – 4pm) We do have some flexibility for school runs.
Units Covered:
Once you have completed the Digital Technologies side of the course, we will issue a voucher code via email which allows you to log in anytime to complete the Teaching Assistant section of the course at your own pace.
You must complete the Level 2 Digital course first.
Have a look at just some of the material covered within the 20 modules:
An overview of what a teaching assistant is, their role in a classroom and how the role is evolving;
An understanding of the school system as a whole, including management hierarchy, national curriculum and the various types of schools found within the UK;
How to provide the best support – best practices, class preparation, understanding and dealing with student behaviour and how to create learning environments;
Legal issues in the classroom, such as school policies, ensuring child welfare, health and safety rules and regulations and student confidentiality;
How to improve literacy and numeracy, including alternative tools, the importance of the National Curriculum and how teaching assistants can support teachers in these areas;
How to provide assistance to students with learning disabilities and inclusive learning strategies;
A focus on integrating ESL children, building effective learning environments and understanding the challenges that these students may have;
Behaviour management, including proactive solutions, how to encourage personal development and understanding these negative behaviours;
An overview of parental engagement, focusing on why it is important, common barriers and how it can improve lifelong learning;
Curriculum delivery under the direction of the teacher, including understanding different learning styles, the role of the teaching assistant in activity planning and delivery.
You must complete an enrolment before you can start the course. This will be booked with you upon a successful booking of the course.
Registration has passed – if you cannot find a course currently, feel free to contact us
SCL Education Group was established in 1999 and with 20+ years’ experience in unlocking potential across the UK, our vision is to positively impact on the future prospects of one million children and young people; creating a legacy in the communities we serve.
SCL Education Group is built on four organisations, all driven and motivated by the same goal, to unlock potential across the UK.
Together we are leading providers in education, apprenticeships, traineeships, adult education, childcare, sports coaching and end point assessment.
Plymouth House
22 Plymouth Road
Blackpool
Lancashire
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