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Teaching Assistant

Our teaching assistant range is aimed at those members of the school workforce who wish to or directly support pupils’ teaching and learning. Learners will gain awareness of the skills needed to support individuals with various additional needs, small groups, and even the whole class.

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Do you hold a relevant qualification in your area of expertise or specialism, at a level higher than that of your learners?
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What will be covered?

Day 1:

  • Principles, Functions, Methods and Types of Assessment
  • Responsibilities of an assessor
  • Risks involved in assessment
  • Managing and making an assessment decision

Day 2:

  • Discussion on assessment methods used in a competence-based work environment
  • Planning the assessments
  • Practising professional discussion, questioning and direct observation
  • Activity regarding providing assessment decisions and feedback
  • How to write the reflective account on Unit 2

Day 3:

  • Discussion on assessment methods used in a vocational setting
  • Methods and information to include in assessment plans
  • Activity regarding carrying out the assessments
  • Activity regarding providing assessment decisions and feedback
  • How to record assessment decisions and reflective discussion

Do you have a criminal background that would prevent you from working with young people or vulnerable adults as a teacher?
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Can you access a classroom where you can complete 100 hours of teaching?
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Do you possess a minimum core of literacy, language, numeracy, and ICT skills?
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This course is designed for professionals looking to enhance their skills and qualifications in teaching and training roles. Take our suitability checker to determine if you’re a good fit for the course.

 
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What will be covered?

Day 1:Topics Covered

  • Roles and responsibilities of a teacher/trainer
  • Legislations
  • Identifying and meeting the needs of learners
  • Promoting equality & diversity and creating a safe environment

Day 2:Topics Covered

  • Difference between assessment types and methods
  • Adapting assessment methods to meet learners’ needs
  • VACSR principles of assessment
  • Important tips for microteaching

Day 3:Topics Covered

  • Creating an inclusive teaching and learning environment
  • Teaching and learning approaches
  • How to reflect on the microteach
  • Microteach sessions