Introduction to being a Teaching Assistant in schools
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Course code: LW2604
Discover the rewarding role of Teaching Assistant and explore the wide range of opportunities available working with children. Identify valuable transferable skills, build your confidence, and gain the knowledge to take the next step towards a career in education. Enrol today and begin your journey!
- when
- This course is running from 10.00am to 1.00pm over 4 sessions from 10th Sept to 8th Oct. (Skipping a week for 1st Oct)
- who
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Wokingham Borough Council Adult Education
What this is about
<p>Discover the rewarding role of a Teaching Assistant and explore the wide range of opportunities available when working with children.</p>
<p>Identify the valuable transferable skills you already have, build your confidence, and gain the knowledge you need to take the next step towards a career in education.</p>
<p><strong>Enrol today and begin your journey!</strong></p>
<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>
<ul>
<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>