Classroom assistant?

Question

hi, could anyone tell me what qualifacations you need to be a classroom assistant ( 5-6 yr olds) in the u.k? thank you x

Answer 1

Don't think you need any - we have a friend who is a CA she has no qualification at all.

My wife is a CA and she took a course at the local college can't remember what it was called but I do know there are 2 levels and level 2 qualifies you for special needs children.

Most of the job adverts just ask for experience, a good way to get this is to volunteer to help at your local primary.

Answer 2

Common sense and practical skills.Also eyes in the back of your head.Be prepared to have a bad back.Its fun.

Answer 3

You'll probably need a CACHE Diploma (level 3) in Childcare & Education / Classroom Assistant or an NVQ level 3.

The NVQ route is on-the-job training in a school or nursery.

The CACHE Diploma is a full or part time college course.

Answer 4

Yes you can do an NVQ teaching Assistants course, this is a 1 year part time course & you can study this at two levels:

Level 2 - classroom assistant

Level 3 - advanced classroom assistant.

You will have to complete a portfolio of evidence & will also be observed within the classroom environment whilst interacting and planning with the children.

Good luck with your course.

Answer 5

None as far as I am aware.

If you want to go for NVQ qualification you can.

Best to volunteer to do reading or other activities with your local school and you should gain the experience to get offered a job.

You will need an enhanced CRB check so get that done too.

Good Luck

Answer 6

i'm not sure about the u.k, but in the u.s. you don't need too much experience. I'm 16 and just got a job as an assistant. I didn't have any experience besides helping teach ballet.

Answer 7

You do need qualifications or at least you will next year when the government has stated all TA's will have a qualification. There are a few you can take, Btech, NVQ, NNEB. You will need a placement in a child care establishment to follow any of these courses. If Primary school is where you want to work it would be better to get the placement in a school.

It is the best job in the world as you have the pleasure of helping the children with their education and welfare without the stress of planning and assessment.