SEN Teaching Assistant

LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE

(Equivalent to A Levels / BTEC / OCR Nationals).

This is a 15-18 month training programme, with real life experience working as part of a team with children and young people aged from 2-19 years. You will be following a specialist pathway to develop your skills in working with children with special needs.
• Primary schools
• Secondary schools
• Special schools

Leading to:

A career in schools, including progression to Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) and teaching
A route through to university level qualifications, including the opportunity to becoming a teacher

Entry Requirements

Energy, enthusiasm, patience and the desire to make a real difference to children’s lives
Experience of working with children, young people or adults with additional needs for at least 1 year. For example, you may have worked in schools, children’s social care, health, or the voluntary sector.
A can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Good communication skills
A positive attitude to team work
A good level of Maths and English
Eligible residency status and the right to work in England