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SEN Teaching Assistant Level 5
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Duration
3.1 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Assessment details
  • MCQ BASED EXAM (included in price)
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Overview

The SEN Teaching Assistant Level 5 is designed for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) in the classroom. Whether you're starting your career in education or seeking to deepen your expertise, this course equips you with the skills and confidence needed to effectively assist SEN pupils in mainstream or specialist educational settings.

Developed by experienced education professionals, this course covers essential topics including child development, learning difficulties, communication strategies, and inclusive teaching practices. You’ll gain a solid foundation to work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to support pupils with varying needs.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant

  • Support pupils with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities

  • Implement inclusive strategies to promote student development

  • Apply practical techniques to assist with speech, language, and communication needs

  • Recognise and respond to individual education plans (IEPs)

  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

Who This Course is For

This course is ideal for:

  • Aspiring SEN teaching assistants

  • Classroom assistants looking to specialise in SEN support

  • Education professionals seeking to expand their knowledge

  • Parents or caregivers of children with special needs

  • Anyone interested in inclusive education and child development

Key Features

  • CPD Accredited Certificate included (PDF)

  • Fully online and self-paced learning

  • Lifetime access to course materials

  • Developed by qualified education experts

  • 14-day money-back guarantee

Certificates

Assessment details

MCQ BASED EXAM

Included in course price

Curriculum

2
sections
2
lectures
3h 7m
total

Description

The SEN Teaching Assistant Level 5 has been expertly developed in collaboration with industry professionals to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to support children with special educational needs in educational settings.

Aligned with widely recognised standards in the education sector, this course is designed to set you apart in a competitive job market and prepare you for real-world SEN support roles.

Whether you are beginning your journey in education or looking to specialise in SEN, this course will equip you with valuable insights and practical tools to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

Certification

Course Completion Certificate – FREE

Upon successful completion of the SEN Teaching Assistant Level 5, you will automatically receive a CPD-accredited PDF certificate at no additional cost. This certificate validates your learning and professional development, helping you demonstrate your expertise to potential employers.

Who is this course for?

The SEN Teaching Assistant Level 5 is ideal for individuals who are passionate about inclusive education and supporting children with special educational needs. This course is suitable for:

  • Aspiring SEN teaching assistants

  • Current teaching assistants looking to specialise in SEN support

  • Education professionals seeking to expand their knowledge

  • Parents or caregivers of children with special needs

  • Anyone interested in working in mainstream or special education settings

No previous experience is required, making this course accessible to learners from all backgrounds.

Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the SEN Teaching Assistant Level 5. This course is open to all learners and is suitable for a wide range of academic backgrounds. To get started, you will need:

  • A device (PC, laptop, tablet, or smartphone) with internet access

  • A basic understanding of English

  • A genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs

No prior qualifications or experience in education are necessary.

Career path

  • SEN Teaching Assistant (£18,000–£25,000)

  • Special Needs Support Worker (£19,000–£26,000)

  • Learning Support Assistant (£17,000–£23,000)

  • Classroom Assistant (£16,000–£22,000)

  • Progression to SEN Coordinator or Teaching roles with further study

Salaries vary by location and experience.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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