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Preparing To Work In Schools Level 1 Award (NCFE) – Online

Are you passionate about supporting young people and shaping the future of education?
Whether you’re considering a career in teaching, teaching assistance, or school support roles, our Preparing to Work in Schools Course will give you the essential skills and confidence to thrive in a school environment

Tuesday, 10 Mar 2026 - 16 Jun 2026

 (Register your interest)
If you have ambitions of working as a Teaching assistant in a local Nursery or Primary school, then studying the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings is just the course for you. This course has been set up especially for those who may speak English as a second language. Versatile and rewarding, with no two working days being the same, this could be the start of your studies for a career in Early Years and Primary Settings. The course provides valuable vocational experience and gives an insight into working with a wide range of ages of children. You will need to have a Placement in a local Nursery or Primary school before you start the course. Proof of this must be shown when applying to the college.
You will be taught in the classroom and develop your skills and experiences within your nursery / primary placement settings. You will study various topics. The units of study are as follows: - Child development - Play and learning - Legislation - Role of the practitioner - Nutrition - Physical development and activity. You will also be expected to complete a minimum of 120 hours of placement in a real work environment – Nursery or Primary. This course also covers an introduction to British Values (learning aim 60333984)
No prior experience needed, so suitable for all abilities. You must be able to partake fully in all exercises and presentations. Minimum English level of Entry 3 or ESOL Speaking, Listening and Reading Entry 3. Additional information You may need to have formal interview wear. You will also need to a small notebook and pen for note-taking.
If you would like to be contacted if a space becomes available on this course or a similar course is added, please click the ‘Register Interest’ button. In the meantime, please continue to check the website for the latest course availability.
You can progress on to the L2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner , Apply for full-time work within a Nursery / Primary setting.
Teaching Assistant classes at Sutton College
Price £259.00 / £0.00
Time Commitment 12 Session(s):
Tuesday 10:00 - 13:00
Centre Online
Learning Aim 60324776
Course Code C20005M20NE
Accredited courses at Level 2 or below may be free if you live in a London Borough, earn less than £28,860 (or less than £25,750 outside of a London Borough) or are in receipt of a means tested benefit and are looking for work.
Please make sure you read the course details before enrolling.

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