This Skills Bootcamp includes a DBS, Paediatric First Aid, a Work Experience Placement and a Guaranteed Job Interview!
This course is perfect if you want to start a career as a teaching assistant or any other support role in a school, including learning support assistant, learning support worker, pastoral support officer or SEN teaching assistant.
This course was created with the help of schools to help people start a rewarding career in education.
Open to residents within Warrington and Cheshire who can travel to Warrington
Week 1: Orientation and Foundations
Introduction to the Education Sector
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Communication Skills
Week 2: Supporting Learning and Development
Understanding Learning Theories
Classroom Management Techniques
Introduction to SEND
Week 3: Practical Application and Techniques
Assisting with Lesson Planning
Behaviour Management
Use of Educational Technology
Week 4: Specialised Support Strategies
Supporting Students with SEND
Pastoral Care and Emotional Support
Working with External Agencies
Week 5: Employability and Professional Development
CV Writing and Job Application
Interview Preparation
Professional Conduct
Week 6: Work Placement and Reflection
Hands-On Experience
Reflective Practice
Action Planning
This is a really good course as it is working towards the desirable level 3 qualification (no need to have a level 1 or level 2 already) plus DBS will be covered and also included is a work experience placement as well as a guaranteed job interview!
It really is a great way into a career as a Teaching Assistant!
Course Delivery:
Course Start Date: Monday 10th November 2025
Course Completion: Thursday 18th December 2025
Course Duration: 6 Weeks
Blended Learning: Majority of the training will be online, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays, weekly, (Flexibility can be offered for commitments such as school runs etc) with two days classroom training in the first week only, plus two days in person First Aid in week six – Location will be in Warrington
For the course, you will need either a laptop, desktop computer or a tablet with a keyboard. Devices must be compatible with Microsoft Teams.
Registration has passed – if you cannot find a course currently, feel free to contact us
Plymouth House
22 Plymouth Road
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY3 7JP
