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The Basics
Sector: Teaching and Education Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification Type: Apprenticeship Standard Duration: 15 to 18 months Type of Assessment: End Point Assessment
What you will Learn
> Identify learning resources to support pupils aged 4 to 19
> Recognise different stages of child development
> Appropriate knowledge of the curriculum
> Embed effective behaviour management strategies using discipline appropriately and fairly
> Regular communication with teachers to provide clarity and consistency
> Build appropriate working relationships with all key stakeholders
Overview
Teaching Assistants work in Primary, Special and Secondary education across all age ranges encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities.
The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress.
Entry Requirements
In order to be successful in this role, you will need to have achieved at least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English, Grade C (4/5) or above and preferably have some experience of working in a professional environment with young people (4 to 19 years old).
Roles Available in this Sector
> Teaching Assistant
> Special Educational Needs Teacher
> Senior School Teacher
> Early Years Teacher
Progression
> Level 3 Team Leader or Supervisor Apprenticeship
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