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Teaching Assistant QLS Level 3
Course at QLS Level 3
Endorsement Endorsed By ABC Awards and Certa Awards
Study Method Online Learning
Course Duration 200 Hours Approx.
Entry Requirements No Entry Requirements
Start Date Ongoing
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course

Looking for something more fulfilling than a 9-to-5 office job? A career where every day provides the opportunity to change the lives of the people you work with? With Oxford Home Study Centre, the job of your dreams could be right at your fingertips!  This exclusive Level 3 Teaching Assistant Course provides a fascinating introduction to functions and objectives of teaching assistants in a classroom setting.  Learn how to handle challenging situations and pupils with confidence, assist with the delivery of the current curriculum and support children with special educational needs.  Build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to thrive in an educational environment, with this fully endorsed Online Teaching Assistant Course Level 3! Whether already working with children or considering a career change, there’s no better time to get started than right now!  Sign up online in just a few clicks, or call anytime to discuss this Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate in more detail.

Why Study Teaching Assistant Skills?

As a teaching assistant, every day represents an invaluable opportunity to do something amazing.  Contrary to popular belief, teaching assistants don’t simply cover basic supervisory and administrative duties in the background.  In fact, talented teaching assistants are considered the glue that holds the entire educational experience together. Along with helping with delivery of the current curriculum, teaching assistant engage, motivate and inspire pupils to achieve bigger and better things. They help high-performing pupils thrive, support those who struggle to keep up and help maintain an enjoyable learning environment. To become a qualified and capable teaching assistant is to make a lasting difference in the lives of every pupil you work with. In terms of both job security and satisfaction, there are few careers that come close to that of the talented teaching assistant.  

Oxford Home Study Centre is proud to offer an extensive range of endorsed online courses, open for enrolment 365 days a year. This intermediate Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate is ideal for newcomers and experienced workers alike, covering the following topics over a series of four modules:

Module 1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant

The course begins by providing candidates with a detailed overview of the main duties of the teaching assistant, along with the extent to which the TA contributes to the educational experience of every pupil. The hard and soft skills needed to thrive in the field are also discussed along with some of the more common challenges experienced when working as a teaching assistant.

Module 2. Working in the School

Module two then introduces candidates to the realities of working in a school environment, in which further everyday challenges and responsibilities from the perspective of the TA are discussed.  Various clerical and administrative duties as a TA are presented and discussed, along with the role the teaching assistant plays in ensuring effective delivery of the current curriculum.

Module 3. Working in the Classroom

A more focused exploration of working in a classroom environment follows in module three, wherein candidates consider the more ‘hands on’ duties of the TA when working with pupils.  The importance of balancing approachability with authority is also discussed, alongside an introduction to the National Literacy Strategy/National Numeracy Strategy and their respective functions.

Module 4. Supporting Pupils with Special Educational Needs

Concluding the course, module four introduces candidates to some of the most common special educational needs encountered in a classroom setting.  The importance of tailored support for each individual pupil is discussed, along with the extent to which the teaching assistant can provide helpful support on a daily basis for pupils with special needs.  

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Paying in Instalments: £385(Interest FREE Instalments)

Deposit: £85

No of Instalments: 12

Each Instalment: £25

Pay in Full: (£75 Discount) £310

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

To become a confident and capable teaching assistant is to gain access to an enormous job market worldwide.  Whether you’ve set your sights on a local school or would light to explore overseas job opportunities, you’ll be one step closer to achieving your goals with a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate. You may also find this course invaluable if your long-term goal is to become a fully qualified teacher.  Newcomers in entry-level teaching assistant roles can expect to earn approximately £20,000 plus benefits.

Who Should Take This Course?

At Oxford Home Study Centre, we impose no deadlines or time restrictions whatsoever on any of our courses. This flexible and enjoyable Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate may prove of particular interest to the following applicants.

  • Anyone who enjoys working with children
  • Applicants pursuing careers in education
  • Teaching assistants working on their skills
  • School admin staff considering a career change
  • Jobseekers working on their CVs and employability
  • Candidates considering future careers as teachers

From start to finish, you can count on your assigned expert tutor to provide the support and advice you need to gain maximum value from your studies.  Sign up online, or contact our student support team anytime for more information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most schools and academic institutions impose minimum entry requirements of GCSEs grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) in English and maths.  It is not strictly necessary to have a formal degree in teaching or a similar qualification to become a teaching assistant, but applicants will be expected to provide evidence of a relevant and appropriate educational background.

The of role of the teaching assistant is varied and multi-disciplined, encompassing everything from basic administrative tasks to playing a direct role in the education of pupils of all ages.  Flexibility and adaptability are therefore essential, as is patience and a natural problem-solving attitude.  Of course, you also need to have a genuine passion for working with and supporting children.

We offer a variety of entry-level courses that can be taken for free, which include all study aids and learning materials as standard. Free courses that could prove helpful in pursuit of a career as a teaching assistant.

Each of our courses comes with a suggestion of a recommended study hours, though there are no fixed study schedules or deadlines imposed. All learners are free to complete their courses as quickly or gradually as they like, which can be anything from a few days to several months. The more hours you dedicate to your course weekly, the faster you will be able to complete it.