Becoming a Teaching Assistant Part 1

Course Overview

This online course introduces the role of a teaching assistant and the practical support they provide in education settings, including classroom learning, literacy, numeracy, inclusion and pupil confidence.

Course Modules

• Teaching assistant duties and expectations - 70% pass required
• Supporting classroom learning - 70% pass required
• Supporting literacy and numeracy - 70% pass required
• Inclusion and additional learning needs - 70% pass required

System Requirements

Learners need an up-to-date web browser, current video drivers, at least 1 GB RAM and a reliable broadband connection. Course duration is based on video content and does not include loading time or assessment thinking time.

About This Course

The source material uses UK education terms such as Teaching Assistant levels, ALN and SEND. For an Irish audience, Phoenix STS presents this as general awareness training for people exploring school support roles or education support work.

Learners should check local Irish role requirements, school policies and any employer-specific training needs before relying on the course for a particular job role.

Using this Becoming a Teaching Assistant Part 1 course in Ireland

This online business skills course can support Irish employers who want consistent, accessible development for employees, supervisors and managers who need structured workplace development. It is useful for induction, refresher learning, manager development, team training or a documented learning pathway without arranging a classroom session.

The course should be matched to the person's role, the organisation's policies and the practical behaviours expected after training. Online learning works best when managers follow up with clear expectations, coaching and opportunities to apply the learning at work.

Phoenix STS presents this VideoTile course with the course information PDF and sample certificate available on this page, so employers can review the content and completion evidence before assigning it to staff.

Course information PDF

View or download the course information PDF before enrolling. It summarises the course content, expected duration and assessment information.

Sample certificate

View or download a sample certificate for this online course. The final certificate is issued through the VideoTile platform after the learner successfully completes the course and assessment.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Becoming a Teaching Assistant Part 1 course suitable for?

It is suitable for employees, supervisors and managers who need structured workplace development. Employers should choose it where the topic fits a real workplace need, development plan or role expectation.

How should employers use this course?

Use it as part of a clear training plan. The strongest results come when the learner knows why they are completing the course, what needs to change afterwards and how the manager will follow up.

What evidence is available?

The learner receives completion evidence through the VideoTile platform after successful completion. The course information PDF and sample certificate on this page allow managers to review the expected evidence before enrolment.

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