Learn More, Achieve More, Be More

Who is this course for?
Students who want to work in a school setting with primary age children.

Entry Requirements
If English is not your first language you need to have achieved a Level 1 ESOL qualification.You will also need to have a placement in a school for 6 hours per week.

What you will learn
You will learn many aspects of the role of a teaching assistant. This will include: how children grow and develop, safeguarding, behaviour management, health and safety, schools and colleges as organisations, equality, diversity and inclusion, play an Throughout this course, you will: - Understand the role and responsibilities of a teaching assistant - Develop practical skills to support learning and classroom management - Learn how to promote positive behavior and support children’s well-being - Gain an understanding of safeguarding and the importance of inclusion in schools You will also gain a Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values qualification.

How you will learn
Learners will gain knowledge via presentations, demonstrations, group discussions, question and answer sessions and practical exercises.

What will you need to bring
A notepad and pen. Recommended to buy NCFE Cache Level 2 certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning ISBN: 9781510427242.

How you will be assessed
You will build a portfolio of evidence. This will include assignments, observations, teachers feedback, professional discussions and reflection sheets.

Where next?
On sucessful completing, students will progress onto a level 3 qualification. This will require a school placement for 8 hours per week.

What we expect from you
You are required to attend every session. The minimum required attendance for this course is 85%. Anything below this attendance will be reviewed by the Curriculum Development Manager and you may be withdrawn from the course and the outstanding course fees will still be payable. Please see our terms and conditions for more information. Havering Adult College requires its learners and staff to uphold the following good behaviour principles: -Act in a way that would not upset or offend others - Treat all staff and all other learners with respect at all times - Use appropriate language and not make remarks likely to offend; either verbally, in writing on or via social media - Attend regularly and arrive on time - If you are unable to attend or arrive on time, you must inform us by emailing your teacher or phoning 01708 434955 option 1, option 2 - Follow Health and Safety guidelines for the venue and those specifically related to the course you are attending - Turn off mobile phones whilst in class (except in an emergency) - Actively promote British values