Looking to start a career in education?
Step into a classroom with confidence. Our Teaching Assistant Skills Bootcamp is a fully funded 8 week programme that gives you the knowledge, qualifications and support you need to begin working in a school where you’ll learn about child development, safeguarding, classroom inclusivity, health & safety and equality & diversity.
Delivered face-to-face, 3 days a week (10am–2:30pm), this flexible course fits around school hours and prepares you for real classroom roles.
You’ll gain a Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges, a Level 3 Paediatric First Aid qualification, be guaranteed a job interview and receive personalised support with your CV, interview prep and job applications.
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Get Set for learning new skills
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What’s involved?
- Short 8 week course delivered in person
- 3 sessions per week, 10am-2.30pm
- One-to-one coaching and support
- Real-life industry experience
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Who’s eligible?
- Adults 19+
- With the right to work in the UK
- Unemployed and actively seeking work
- Living in West Sussex
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What you’ll gain.
- Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges
- Level 3 Paediatric First Aid qualification
- Hands-on experience that appeals to employers
- A fast-track route into a teaching assistant apprenticeship
- Guaranteed job interview upon completion
Course content
Career boosting-skills
How schools and colleges work – understand the structure and roles within education settings.
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Child and young person development – learn how children grow, learn and change over time.
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Communication and relationships – build strong, professional relationships with pupils and staff.
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Health and safety in education – keep children safe in your care.
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Safeguarding – learn how to recognise and respond to signs of harm or abuse.
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Equality, diversity and inclusion – support every child fairly and respectfully.
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Paediatric first aid awareness – understand how to respond to accidents and medical emergencies involving children.
Got a question?
Frequently asked questions
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How much does the Skills Bootcamp cost?
The Skills Bootcamps are completely free, as they are funded by the Department of Education (DfE).
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Am I guaranteed a job at the end of it?
We can only guarantee a job interview.
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Do we have exams throughout the course?
Yes, depending on what Skills Bootcamp you are on, you will have exams to complete throughout.
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Are the sessions recorded?
Yes, certain parts of the sessions are recorded and are sent to you by the tutor via Microsoft Teams.
