The Big Teacher aims to provide a quality learning experience for participants in all courses. We work in partnership with a range of recognised training providers that are specialists in their fields. We provide a range of training opportunities and can offer free advice and guidance across a variety of courses.
TEACHING ASSISTANT SUPPORT WORK IN SCHOOLS LEVEL 2 AWARD (RQF)
This support work in schools level 2 course seeks to develop the knowledge and understanding that all those working in a school setting will need and covers areas such as safeguarding, communication and understanding the school context.
This Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Level 2 course is available to learners aged 16+ who are interested in working within a school as a teaching assistant, classroom assistant or learning support assistant in key stage 1 and above.
The aim of this course is to enable student to understand the roles and responsibilities of those involved in supporting teaching and learning in schools and provides an opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge required to do this effectively in a self-directed way.
Special Needs (SEN) teaching Assistant Diploma Course (Level 3).
This Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching & Learning in Schools course is suitable for students aged 16+ who are currently working or volunteering in a school in the role of Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
Home Study Higher Level Teaching Assistant Course (HLTA Level 4) is provided for students already qualified at LV3 & employed in a teaching assistant role.
Those who would like the opportunity of progressing onto a Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status can do so through their local education authority (LEA) upon successful completion.