Preparing to Work as a Teaching Assistant
This course is available but you cannot enrol online. Please email us at thelearningplace@portsmouthcc.gov.uk if you wish to enrol and someone will be in contact.
Course code: 12829
Take your first step towards a rewarding career in education! This course will introduce you to the essential skills and knowledge needed to become a Teaching Assistant.
- when
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From 05 Jun 2026
to 03 Jul 2026
Friday 09:30-12:00 5 weeks- Date
- 05 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 12:00
- Date
- 12 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 12:00
- Date
- 19 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 12:00
- Date
- 26 Jun 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 12:00
- Date
- 03 Jul 2026
- Time
- 09:30 to 12:00
6 Derby Road
North End
Portsmouth
PO2 8HH
free
- who
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Community Learning, Portsmouth City Council
TheLearningPlace@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
023 9262 1860
The Learning Place is a fully equipped Community Learning environment provided as part of Portsmouth City Council's commitment to lifelong learning. It features: * 9 fully accessible, high quality teaching and learning spaces; * Courtyard and garden areas; * Reception and staff resource area; * Full disabled access.
What the course is about
<p>Take your first step towards a rewarding career in education! This course will introduce you to the essential skills and knowledge needed to become a Teaching Assistant. Discover how to support children’s learning, build positive relationships, communicate and contribute confidently within a school environment.<br />
Whether you are looking for a new direction or ready to turn your passion for helping children into a career, this course will give you the foundation you need to move forward.<br />
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Previous experience, knowledge or qualifications you need to do this course
<p>None</p>
What you need to bring with you
<p>Please bring your photo ID, any documents to support your residency eligibility and the National Insurance Number. </p>