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Teaching Assistant Level 2, part time evening

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

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Level 2T LevelsCertificate1 yearPart time

What the college says

This is a part time, 1 year programme. This course requires you to attend college one day or evening per week and you will need to attend your school placement setting for a minimum of 150 hours per year. Throughout the course you will develop a range of skills and knowledge preparing you for progression into employment within the schools sector. Units are assessed, both internally and externally by subject specialist teachers and assessors. There are no exams on this course. Over the 1 year duration of this course, you will cover a variety of topics that link to working with children in schools and colleges. Some of the topics covered are: * Maintaining relationships with children and young people. * Contribute to team work within a learning environment. * Support positive behaviour within a learning environment for children and young people. * Understanding children and young peoples play and leisure.

What you need to get on

Learners should have 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above or equivalent, such as Level 1 Teaching Assistant qualifications. You will be interviewed by the subject teachers and should be enthusiastic about working with children and young people. You have the opportunity to re-sit your English and maths alongside your Supporting Teaching and Learning course (If you do not already have grade 4)

How you are assessed

Two-year technical qualification with a 45-day industry placement. Equivalent to three A levels.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Beaufort Road

    Beaufort Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6NX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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