Teaching Assistant (HLTA) + Early Years, Teaching, Child Care & SEN Teaching Assistant
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Curriculum
This course contains
Format: 10 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts) and 2 PDFs
Duration: 2h and 21m
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Module 01: HLTA Foundations and Professional Responsibilities 18:25
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Module 02: Child Development and Learning Theories 14:14
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Module 03: Safeguarding and Child Protection in Education 13:10
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Module 04: Communication, Teamwork and Collaborative Practice 13:09
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Module 05: Classroom Practice and Behaviour Management 11:18
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Module 06: Curriculum Knowledge and Delivery Across Key Stages 15:40
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Module 07: Subject Knowledge Enhancement 13:31
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Module 08: Supporting Literacy and Numeracy Skills 13:21
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Module 09: Wellbeing and Mental Health in School Settings 12:10
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Module 10: Leadership Skills and Professional Development for HLTAs 13:38
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Course Completion 02:00
Description
Module 01: HLTA Foundations and Professional Responsibilities
• Understand the purpose and scope of the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role.
• Review professional standards, duties and accountability.
• Build a foundation for effective classroom assistance.
Module 02: Child Development and Learning Theories
• Explore key theories explaining children's development and learning.
• Examine social and emotional changes throughout childhood.
• Apply developmental knowledge to support learner engagement.
Module 03: Safeguarding and Child Protection in Education
• Understand child welfare principles and safeguarding requirements.
• Learn how to record concerns and follow reporting procedures.
• Recognise responsibilities for keeping pupils safe.
Module 04: Communication, Teamwork and Collaborative Practice
• Develop clear communication skills for school environments.
• Explore partnership working with colleagues, families and specialists.
• Strengthen cooperation to improve pupils' learning experiences.
Module 05: Classroom Practice and Behaviour Management
• Explore ways to encourage positive conduct and participation.
• Learn approaches that promote respect, consistency and learning.
• Build confidence when responding to behaviour challenges.
Module 06: Curriculum Knowledge and Delivery Across Key Stages
• Examine curriculum structures across different education phases.
• Understand how support staff contribute to teaching and assessment.
• Review learning expectations for pupils of different ages.
Module 07: Subject Knowledge Enhancement
• Broaden understanding of content across curriculum subjects.
• Explore methods for improving subject knowledge.
• Build confidence when assisting with classroom tasks.
Module 08: Supporting Literacy and Numeracy Skills
• Explore activities that develop reading, writing and maths abilities.
• Examine targeted support designed to improve pupil attainment.
• Learn how to assist learners who need extra guidance.
Module 09: Wellbeing and Mental Health in School Settings
• Examine influences on pupils' wellbeing and resilience.
• Explore ways to recognise and respond to emerging concerns.
• Understand practices that encourage healthy emotional development.
Module 10: Leadership Skills and Professional Development for HLTAs
• Explore leadership qualities needed within school teams.
• Examine mentoring, career progression and opportunities to contribute.
• Develop habits that support reflection and continued professional growth.
Who is this course for?
Teaching Assistant (HLTA) + Early Years, Teaching, Child Care and SEN Teaching Assistant
- Teaching and SEN support assistants.
- Early years and childcare practitioners.
- School support and learning mentors.
- Beginners interested in educational support.
Please note: This course is designed to support your personal growth and skill development. After completing this course, learners can pursue the professional qualification courses listed below to further advance their careers:
- Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
- TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability (RQF)
- Level 4 Teaching Assistant
- Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF)
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Year
- Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (RQF)
- Level 3 Diploma in Sen Teaching Assistant
- NCFE CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner
Requirements
Teaching Assistant (HLTA) + Early Years, Teaching, Child Care and SEN Teaching Assistant
- Internet access and a compatible device.
- Basic English reading and writing skills.
- An interest in education, childcare, or SEN support.
- A willingness to learn at your own pace.
Career path
Teaching Assistant (HLTA) + Early Years, Teaching, Child Care and SEN Teaching Assistant
After completing this Teaching Assistant Course, you will have a variety of careers to choose from. The following job sectors of the Teaching Assistant Course are:
- High School Teacher
- Primary School Teacher
- SEN Teaching Assistant
- Primary Teacher
- EYFS Teaching Assistant
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