Teaching Assistant - Advanced Apprenticeship Summary Where can this subject lead? Key information What will I learn? How will I learn? Summary The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress. The apprenticeship standard has a set of skills. Knowledge and behaviours that are captured through a programme of learning and a portfolio of evidence. Next course dates Start date Location Duration Anytime Employer's Premises Enquire now Anytime Employer's Premises Enquire now Where can this subject lead? Career progressionAs well as ensuring full competency as a Teaching Assistant, this standard provides a foundation for potential progression into a number of career paths in the educational sector - including:Higher Level Teaching AssistantAssistant TeacherTeacher Key information Entry RequirementsEntry requirements will be a matter for individual employers, typically you will be expected to have already achieved 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, Grade C or above or 4/5 (new grading) or Level 2 Functional skills/key skills in Maths/English.Students should be at least 16 years old and in, or about to commence, employment in a new or changed job role for a minimum of 30 hours per week.Where an employer cannot offer 30 hours per week of employment due to working practices, the duration of the Apprenticeship must be increased relative to the reduction in hours. Extra costs and equipmentThere may be an employer contribution of 10% needed towards the total cost of the apprenticeship. Students or employers are required to pay for a DBS check. B&FC will cover your learning materials including access to an electronic portfolio. Terms and conditionsRead our full terms and conditions. What will I learn? What will I learn?Modules cover the following content:Understand how pupil learn and developTechnology in schoolsWorking with teachers to understand and support assessment for learningCurriculum knowledge and applicationKeeping children safe in educationCommunication and team workProblem solving and the ability to motivate studentsBuilding relationships and embracing changeAdding value to education How will I learn? Varied teaching methods are used including assignments, discussions, reflections, work products and planned activities in order to develop high level sector specific skills. Practical skills and competency will be supported by a designated experienced skills coach.The functional skills element of the qualification (if required) is delivered by specialist tutors, who will provide support either in the college environment or within the work place.Additional learning support is available if required. Expert tutorsAll staff involved in the delivery of adult education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.