Introduction to Working in a School

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Course Overview

Course Overview
This course is for people who have an interest in working in schools or learners who are not yet ready to start a full qualification but want an introductory course into working with children and young people.

The aim of the course is to gain a basic knowledge of working with children in a school setting and to introduce you to the world of work. The focus is to develop learner confidence and motivation to prepare for further learning or training.
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Open Requirements

This course requires a pre-enrolment interview. Please telephone 0161 770 1239 to arrange an appointment.

You will need a good level of literacy to be able to complete some written tasks and basic IT skills to access our Moodle Learning Platform
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Open Assessment

There is no formal assessment and no examination. You will keep a learner diary or Individual Learning Plan to track your progress. Also, your tutor will give you regular verbal and written feedback which will show you how to improve.

This process allows us to discuss your progress from enrolment to completion of the course and helps us to support you to achieve your goals and in planning the next step in your learning.

You will receive a certificate of attendance.
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Open Content

The course may include some of the following topics:
• The skills and qualities required to work with children.
• The roles and responsibilities of a teaching assistant.
• Job roles available in schools.
• The National Curriculum.
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Open Progression

There are progression routes onto childcare, teaching assistant courses or social care qualifications. Your tutor will discuss your next steps with you, and you will have access to a Careers Adviser from National Careers Service.
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Open General Fee Information

Prosp Fees
PX-M00232A
06/05/2022
24/06/2022
09:30
Friday
3.00 hrs per wk
7 weeks
70.35
WERNETH PARK LIFELONG LEARNING CENTRE