Introduction to being a Teaching Assistant in schools

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<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>
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<p><strong>Course Features</strong></p>

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<li>4 sessions of 3 hours each</li>
<li>Classroom based, interactive sessions, discussing topics with your tutor and with other learners.</li>
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<p>Course for people looking to start working with children in schools in a Teaching Assistant role</p>

<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>
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<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>