Introduction to Teaching Assistant Role in Schools
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Course code: LW2514
On this course you will learn about the roles and responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant, as well as gaining an understanding of other roles working with children.
- when
- This course runs on Thursdays 9:30-12:30, for 4 weeks: 13th, 20th & 27th November and 11th December. Please note there is no session on 4th December.
Headley Road
Shute End
Woodley
RG5 4JZ
- who
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Wokingham Borough Council Adult Education
What this is about
<ul>
<li>Learn about the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant, as well as gaining an understanding of other roles working with children.</li>
<li>Gain confidence in applying to roles in schools and employability skills.</li>
<li>Further your understanding of safeguarding in relation to schools</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Course Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>4 sessions of 3 hours each</li>
<li>Classroom based, interactive sessions, discussing topics with your tutor and with other learners.</li>
</ul>
Previous experience, knowledge or qualifications
<p>Course for people looking to start working with children in schools in a Teaching Assistant role</p>
What next
<p>You will have learnt about the work of a Teaching Assistant and some of the skills and knowledge employers are looking for when recruiting:</p>
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<li>Explore your own strengths and weaknesses in terms of applying for roles in schools</li>
<li>Understand more about different roles working in schools</li>
<li>Support to start applying effectively for roles in schools</li>
</ul>
<p>After the course you will be able to:</p>
<p>• Enrol on an accredited Teaching Assistant or English/Maths course<br />
• Enrol on Employability or other work related course<br />
• Apply for work or volunteer opportunities</p>