Question 1

What topics are covered in a teaching assistant course?

Accepted Answer

A teaching assistant course typically covers:

Classroom management

Child development

Supporting learning activities

Special educational needs (SEN)

Communication skills

Safeguarding and child protection

Behavior management

Lesson planning and preparation

Question 2

What does a teaching assistant course involve?

Accepted Answer

On a teaching assistant course you will learn about child development and welfare. You will also have a strong understanding of special education needs, promoting positive behaviour in children and young people.

Question 3

What skills do you need to be a teaching assistant?

Accepted Answer

Becoming an effective teaching assistant can be challenging as well as rewarding, so you’ll need the right attributes to take on the demands of the position.
Here are a few of the skills and characteristics required for the role:

Positive outlook towards children and young people.
Patient, empathetic, and compassionate personality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A proactive approach to learning new skills, policies, and practices.
Innate respect for diversity and equality.
Outstanding team-working skills.
Creative aptitude.
A principled approach to safeguarding, wellbeing, and safety.
Professional attitude.
Excellent organisational skills.

Question 4

What is the role of a teaching assistant?

Accepted Answer

Working closely with teachers to create a safe, enjoyable learning environment, teaching assistants help empower children by providing them with the skills and abilities to succeed in and out of the classroom. Teaching assistants play a crucial part in a child’s education and well-being, making it an ideal career for anyone who adores the idea of unlocking people’s potential.

Question 5

What qualifications do you need to become an assessor?

Accepted Answer

Before becoming a qualified assessor, you’ll have to obtain an assessing qualification at an accredited institution, such as Oxbridge. Once you’ve completed this, you’ll receive a Certificate of Competence and Statement Of Results (SOR). Now you can register with an Education and Training Quality Assurance Body (ETQA), and that’s that; you’re now a qualified assessor.

Question 6

How do I become a teacher without a degree?

Accepted Answer

While this is an unusual route to becoming a teacher, it’s certainly possible. First, you have to work towards getting a Diploma in Education and Training (DET). In order to qualify for this, you’ll need to have at least Level 2 skills in Maths and English, but if you’re thinking of teaching these subjects, you’ll need a Level 3. Additionally, you’ll have to be able to evidence at least 100 hours of teaching experience.  
After obtaining your DET, you can apply for QTLS and obtain an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) certificate. After this, you’ll need to register for the Professional Formation, leading to the QTLS.

Question 7

Why take a teaching assessing course online?

Accepted Answer

Assessing is another major part of post-16 vocational qualifications. You can become a qualified assessor or IQA with Oxbridge assessing courses. No matter what your occupation is, our flexible course will help you obtain the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA).
With our courses being online, you can complete the course in your own time, at your own pace, so it fits perfectly around work and other commitments.

Question 8

Is a teaching assistant course worth doing?

Accepted Answer

If you have a passion for teaching and working with children, becoming a teaching assistant could be a fulfilling career for you.

Question 9

How much is the teaching assistant course?

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The fees for teaching assistant courses will vary. Check out our flexible payment plans to find a structure suitable for you.

Question 10

Can I do Level 3 teaching assistant without Level 2?

Accepted Answer

You won’t need to have completed a level two teaching assistant qualification to study level 3.

Question 11

Can I do a teaching assistant course online?

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Yes – we offer several teaching assistant courses which can propel you to a career in this field.

Question 12

Can I become a teaching assistant without qualifications?

Accepted Answer

Each school has their entry requirements for teaching assistant roles. You also need to be able to prove you can work well with children and have an English and Maths GCSE or equivalent.

Question 13

Can I become a teaching assistant without experience?

Accepted Answer

If you have no experience in teaching assistance, you can complete a level 3 course to increase your chances of employability.

Question 14

Are these courses NVQs?

Accepted Answer

NVQs were replaced in 2015 by RQFs in 2015. Read more in our What is an NVQ? blog.

Question 15

What topics are covered in a teaching assistant course?

Accepted Answer

A teaching assistant course typically covers:

Classroom management

Child development

Supporting learning activities

Special educational needs (SEN)

Communication skills

Safeguarding and child protection

Behaviour management

Lesson planning and preparation

Question 16

Can I become a teaching assistant without qualifications?

Accepted Answer

Each school has their entry requirements for teaching assistant roles. You also need to be able to prove you can work well with children and have an English and Maths GCSE or equivalent.

Question 17

What topics are covered in a teaching assistant course?

Accepted Answer

A teaching assistant course typically covers:

Classroom management

Child development

Supporting learning activities

Special educational needs (SEN)

Communication skills

Safeguarding and child protection

Behavior management

Lesson planning and preparation

Teaching Assistant courses

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Specific Learning Difficulties Level 2 (SpLD)

AET Level 3 Award in Education and Training TQUK

LIQA Level 4 – Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Process and Practice TQUK

IQA Qualification Level 4

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching & Learning

Dyslexia Awareness Level 2

TQUK Higher Level Teaching Assistant Level 4 (HLTA)

Supporting Teaching & Learning NCFE CACHE Level 2

Safeguarding in a Learning Environment

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