Course Curriculum

Primary Education in the UK 00:16:00
Responsibilities, Qualifications and Skills 00:15:00
Children with Special Educational Needs 00:14:00
National Curriculum in England 00:17:00
Types of Schools in the UK 00:15:00
Importance of Early Years in Development 00:17:00
EYFS Teaching Techniques 00:15:00
Free Childcare Places 00:15:00
Moving to Key Stage 1 from EYFS 00:15:00
Starting at Key Stage 1 00:18:00
English Requirements at Key Stage 1 00:15:00
English Requirements at Key Stage 2 00:18:00
English Teaching Strategies 00:16:00
Mathematics for Key Stage 1 00:18:00
Mathematics for Lower Key Stage 2 00:26:00
Mathematics for Upper Key Stage 2 00:16:00
Teaching Strategies for Mathematics 00:14:00
Science for Key Stage 1 00:16:00
Science for Key Stage 2 00:15:00
Science Teaching Strategies 00:18:00
Geography and History Study Program 00:12:00
Geography and History Teaching Strategies 00:16:00
Other Primary Subjects for Key Stage 1 00:15:00
Other Primary Subjects for Key Stage 2 00:12:00
Obtain Your Certificate 00:00:00

Course Overview:

KS1 and KS2 Teaching Assistant training gives you the skills schools are actively looking for right now. Every primary school in the UK relies on a strong Teaching Assistant to help pupils learn, grow and stay on track, and this course prepares you for exactly that role. From understanding how primary education works to supporting children’s early years development, you’ll build a solid, practical foundation.

The course walks you through the National Curriculum in England, the different types of schools you might work in, and how pupils move from EYFS into Key Stage 1. You’ll then cover English, Maths and Science teaching strategies across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, along with Geography, History and other primary subjects. You’ll also learn how to support pupils with special educational needs, an area every Teaching Assistant needs to understand well.

This Teaching Assistant course is split into short, manageable modules, so you can study around work or family life without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re starting your first role in a classroom or hoping to become a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, this course gives you the real, practical knowledge schools expect. It’s CPD accredited, fully online, and comes with a free digital certificate once you finish.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain how primary education and the National Curriculum work across UK schools.
  • Understand the responsibilities, qualifications and skills expected of a Teaching Assistant.
  • Support pupils with special educational needs using clear, practical strategies.
  • Help pupils with English, Maths and Science learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
  • Guide pupils’ transition from EYFS through to Key Stage 1 with confidence.
  • Support the teaching of Geography, History and other primary subjects in the classroom.
  • Apply effective teaching strategies that help every pupil learn, whatever their starting point.

Our Specialised Delivery Method:

  • Interactive Learning Materials: The course modules were created using an EdTech industry-recognised tool to keep you engaged at all times. With this tool, you get interactive, engaging and top-notch course contents. In our courses, you can take advantage of features like—
    • Drop Down Menu
    • Drag and Drop
    • Flash Card
    • Label Graphic
    • Timeline View
  • Responsiveness: In light of contemporary mobile and point-of-need learning trends, our courses are designed to be intrinsically dynamic and provide you with the ultimate eLearning solution. These courses will adapt to any gadget without any extra software.
  • Learner Friendly Navigation: Our courses are also quite simple to navigate for any learner. These courses are designed with simplicity and a modern flow that appeals to a wide range of learning audiences, regardless of their technological background and gadgets.
  • Elegant Outline: Our courses are visually appealing, where you can —
    • track your progress on the left-side navigation toolbar.
    • engage in drag-and-drop sorting activities and 
    • use the multiple response question to test your understanding of course topics.

With your newly acquired skills from this course can help you

  • Increase Your Hireability.
  • Make Yourself a Valuable Asset
  • Get Your Long-awaited Promotion.
  • Boost Your Pay-scale
  • Better Your Productivity

Certification:

Once you have successfully completed the KS1 and KS2 Teaching Assistant- Complete Bundle course, you will receive a PDF certificate completely free of cost as a proof of your accomplishment. The hardcopy certificate is also available for the cost of £9.99.

Note: Delivery of hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. However, to obtain a hardcopy certificate, International students will have to pay additional fees based on their location.

Who is this course for?

This KS1 and KS2 Teaching Assistant- Complete Bundle course is developed for people who wish to excel in their professional and personal life. Learn from industry leaders and interact with a global network of experts by enrolling in this KS1 and KS2 Teaching Assistant- Complete Bundle course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our KS1 and KS2 Teaching Assistant- Complete Bundle course does not require any prior knowledge or experience. All that is required is an internet-connected gadget and a passion to learn.

Career Path

  • Teaching Assistant (KS1/KS2)
    Support teachers in primary classrooms by assisting with learning activities, preparing resources, supporting pupils with SEN, and helping to maintain a positive learning environment.
    Salary: £23,000 – £27,500 per year
  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
    Take on additional responsibilities such as planning and delivering lessons, leading small groups, covering classes, and supporting pupil assessment.
    Salary: £27,900 – £32,000+ per year
  • SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
    Provide specialist one-to-one or small-group support for pupils with special educational needs in mainstream or specialist educational settings.
    Salary: £24,000 – £30,000 per year
  • Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Assistant
    Support young children’s learning and development through play-based activities, helping them build foundational skills before and during Key Stage 1.
    Salary: £22,000 – £28,000 per year
  • Behaviour Mentor / Pastoral Support Assistant
    Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, behaviour management, and engagement with learning through targeted interventions and pastoral support.
    Salary: £25,000 – £32,000 per year
  • Classroom or Cover Supervisor
    Supervise classes during teacher absence, deliver pre-planned lessons, and ensure continuity of learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
    Salary: £26,000 – £34,000 per year

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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