Introduction to working in schools

This course will give you the background knowledge and confidence to become an effective helper in school and/or to help your children’s learning at home.

This course is aimed at those who would like to progress into work or volunteering in an educational setting and could lead onto an accredited Level 2 award in support work in schools or help to find work in a school or any educational setting.

The course will focus on supporting children with their reading, maths, English and homework and what kind of strategies to use. It will look at children’s development through play and how best to support their development.

You will learn about legislation and safeguarding practices such as keeping children safe in education. Learn about practical strategies for encouraging children’s social, emotional and behavioural development to support them through school.

This course will give you the essential knowledge and confidence to work effectively in any educational setting.

You will need to be E3 Esol and above to get maximum benefit from this course .

You must attend an enrolment session on 8/05 from 1030 - 1230 pm at Reading Community Learning centre.

If this is your first WEA course, please bring ID and proof of benefit or low wage if you wish to claim fee waiver.