A Guide to Becoming a Teaching Assistant
If you dream of becoming a Teaching Assistant, you will need the skills to help you stand out against others competing for Teaching Assistant jobs. Higher education qualifications aren’t essential for this career, but as the Teaching Assistant role is highly coveted, completing Teaching Assistant training is vital to make sure you get noticed by employers.
We can help you get job-ready through our online TA courses. Register your interest now for more information.
Register your interest now for more information.
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Why Become a Teaching Assistant?
Get qualified so you can reap the benefits of being a Teaching Assistant:
- Help teach and inspire the next generation
- Play an important part in the education system
- Not a 9-5 job, enjoy an excellent work/life balance
- Enjoy teaching without the pressure of leading a class
- Plenty of opportunities for career progression
- Perfect practice for aspiring Teachers!
Want these career perks? Get in touch and register for TA training today!
How Much Does a Teaching Assistant Earn?
The Teaching Assistant salary increases with knowledge, experience and progression through the Teaching Assistant levels.
In the UK, you can expect a Teaching Assistant wage of:
Level 1 Teaching Assistant Salary – Around £17,000 per year
Level 2 Teaching Assistant Salary – Up to £20,000 per year
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Salary – Up to £25,000 per year
Higher Level Teaching Assistants and specialists like SEN Teaching Assistants can earn much more.
Like the sound of these wages? Call our team to get the skills to secure a job as a Teaching Assistant!
Which Teaching Assistant Course is Best?
learndirect offer many online Teaching Assistant courses to suit all levels of skill and interests. One particular course that suits both aspiring Teaching Assistants and those who want to advance their TA careers is our online NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning (RQF). This is because the course teaches a broad range of skills employers are looking for in their next hire!
Course Breakdown
This Level 3 Teaching Assistant course teaches you:
- How to support health and safety in a learning environment
- How to safeguard children and young people
- How to support children and young people during learning activities
- How to support bilingual learners
- How to support learners with special educational needs and disabilities
And much more!
Key Features:
Written by industry experts – Our online Level 3 Teaching Assistant course has been designed by professionals with years of teaching experience
Work placement – To equip you with vital hands-on skills and demonstrable experience, this TA course assesses you through practical tasks in a relevant education setting
Want to evidence your skills to employers? Register your interest in our Teaching Assistant courses today!
Benefits of Studying a TA Course Online
learndirect is the leading UK distance learning provider, so you can rest assured that our online Teaching Assistant courses provide you with the skills employers are looking for!
There are so many benefits to online learning, that’s why we have already helped more than 4 million learners gain online qualifications that have transformed their professional lives.
By studying your Level 3 Teaching Assistant course online, you will enjoy:
- Online learning – The academic element of the Level 3 Teaching Assistant course is delivered entirely online, so you can complete the course materials from the comfort of home
- No timetables or classrooms – You set the pace and place of your learning. This also makes it possible to blitz through the course and get qualified quickly!
- Easy to use student portal – To complete our online Level 3 Teaching Assistant course, simply log into our industry-leading digital platform. This is where you will find everything you need, including access to professional tutors who are on hand to help!
- Flexible payment methods – Don’t stress about course fees! We have manageable payment options to suit everyone!
Why wait? Register your interest today to enrol and start learning right away!
Request a Callback
Request a callback from our support team if you need help registering for our online Teaching Assistant course. Alternatively, call us to talk now on 01202 006 464. You can also download our FREE Teaching and Education Faculty Brochure below for more information.
