So you want to work in a Nursery/Teaching Assistant

This one-day course is perfect for those considering a career as a Teaching Assistant or working with children in early years/nursery education. It will help you explore whether this career path aligns with your interests and aspirations.

The course covers the following units to provide you with a comprehensive skill set and knowledge base: • An overview of the roles and responsibilities of Teaching Assistants, early years educators, and other child-focused roles. • An introduction to the types of tasks you would undertake in these careers. • The skills and qualifications required to gain employment in this sector. • An introduction to policies and practices in child education settings. • Practical activities similar to those delivered in educational environments.

The course is non-accredited and designed to help you decide on your next steps. You will complete initial assessments to confirm your readiness to progress onto vocational qualifications. The course also provides an overview of the educational pathways for these roles.

This course has no specific entry requirements. However, a minimum Entry Level 3 equivalent in English and Maths is recommended. GCSE-equivalent qualifications in these subjects will be essential if you decide to pursue vocational qualifications or employment in this field.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, you may progress to: • Level 1 Preparing to Work in Schools • Level 1 Working with Children • Level 2 Teaching Assistant Other potential job roles include Lunchtime Assistant, Afterschool Provision Staff, Playworker, Crèche Worker, and Childminder.