Course Curriculum

Roles and Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant 00:16:00
Personal Professional Development of a TA 00:20:00
Working with the School as a TA 00:19:00
Curriculum, Assessment and Monitoring System 00:12:00
Implementing the Best Learning Environment 00:24:00
Child Development and the SEN Support 00:11:00
Managing Behaviour and Relationships as a TA 00:25:00
High-Quality Teaching for Pupils with SEN 00:23:00
SEN Teaching Strategies and Methodologies 00:20:00
Teaching Assistant Communication and Interaction 00:24:00
Dealing with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties 00:13:00
Autism and Learning Difficulties 00:11:00
Autism Diagnosis 00:12:00
Dealing with Autistic Individuals 00:10:00
Dyslexia, Learning Difficulties and Diagnosis 00:22:00
Dyslexia at School 00:10:00
ADHD and Learning Difficulties 00:10:00
Obtain Your Certificate 00:00:00

Every child is unique, and it requires significant effort to support their learning needs. As a teaching assistant, you can focus on individual students and help them achieve their goals. Sign up for this Teaching Assistant course now and develop valuable skills to make a real difference in your classroom.

In today’s society, your abilities define your success and future. The more skills you possess, the more desirable you are in today’s employment market. This Teaching Assistant training will give you the skills and the edge you need to thrive in the corporate world.

Cambridge Open Academy created this Teaching Assistant course to assist you transition into this exciting field, grow in your current role, or turn your big ideas to reality. This interactive course was specially designed with the help of the best EdTech tool and is optimised for all screen sizes without the need for manual tinkering. With this introduction of the technology, your learning experience will be better than ever before

This online extensive Teaching Assistant is broken down into bite-sized modules so that you can learn at your own pace and in your own time. Furthermore, our experts are only an email or phone call away from answering any of your Teaching Assistant related questions.

What You’ll Learn from this Teaching Assistant Course:

  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant
  • Determine the factors that influence learning of children
  • Know how to facilitate teaching and learning in the classroom
  • Learn to manage behaviour and relationships as a TA
  • Understand how to support children with SEN and disabilities

This flexible Teaching Assistant course will provide you the tools and abilities you need to learn what you enjoy. It assists you in carving out your own career path. With this Teaching Assistant course, you will develop a well-rounded skill set that you can apply in real-life situations.

So, invest in yourself today. Add this Teaching Assistant training and take the first steps toward the future you desire.

Your Benefits by Learning with ‘Cambridge Open Academy’

  • Accreditation: Showcase your ability with our accredited Teaching Assistant to potential employers.
  • Free Certificate: Get a Free Digital Certificate upon successful completion of the Teaching Assistant
  • Flexibility: Learn virtually from anywhere, anytime at your own pace and convenience.
  • Advance Your Career: Upskill to impress your employers and land your dream job or long-awaited promotion.
  • Immediately Applicable Coursework: Keep up with the latest skill trend by putting your skillsets to work.
  • Affordability: Save big with our online Teaching Assistant as it not only suits your professional needs but also fits within your budget.
  • Tutor Support: Get tutor support on weekdays, 9-5 am, and our dedicated 24/7 customer support.
  • Lifetime Access: Achieve lifetime access to the top-notch expertly crafted course materials.

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 Teaching Assistant 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 Teaching Assistant 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 Teaching Assistant course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our Teaching Assistant 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 (Entry-Level / Classroom TA): Support the class teacher by helping pupils with learning activities, classroom management, preparation of materials, and providing individual or small-group assistance.
    Salary: £22,000 – £30,000 (London averages £23k – £28k; term-time often lower).

  • Senior Teaching Assistant / Level 3 TA: Take on more responsibility such as leading interventions, planning activities, assessing pupil progress, and supporting children with additional needs.
    Salary: £24,000 – £32,000 (higher with experience or SEN focus).

  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA): Cover classes, plan and deliver lessons independently, lead learning activities, and support assessment under teacher supervision.
    Salary: £27,000 – £35,000 (London often £30k – £36k).

  • SEN Teaching Assistant / Special Needs Support: Provide targeted support to pupils with special educational needs, autism, ADHD, or other disabilities, often implementing EHCP targets and behaviour strategies.
    Salary: £24,000 – £33,000 (premium for specialist roles).

  • Pastoral / Learning Support Assistant: Focus on pupils’ emotional wellbeing, behaviour mentoring, attendance support, and social development alongside academic help.
    Salary: £25,000 – £34,000.

  • Lead Teaching Assistant / TA Coordinator: Oversee a team of TAs, coordinate support across year groups or departments, and contribute to school policies and training.
    Salary: £30,000 – £42,000+.

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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