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SEN Teaching Assistant Training

Advanced Diploma in SEN Support Training for Teaching Assistants at QLS Level 7 | CPD Accredited | 24/7 Tutor Support | Instant Access

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SEN Teaching Assistant Training

Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with diverse learning needs across the UK? Skill Up’s comprehensive online SEN Teaching Assistant course is designed to equip you with the foundational knowledge and valuable skills essential for supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and disabilities in various UK educational settings.

This course is ideal for aspiring SEN Teaching Assistants, current teaching assistants seeking to specialise, or anyone passionate about inclusive education in UK schools. Prepare for SEN Teaching Assistant jobs, particularly in bustling cities like London, and gain the expertise to excel in SEN schools nationwide.

This SEN Teaching Assistant training will teach you the skills for a successful SEN teacher career. Sign up right away!

Note: Skill-up is a Janets-approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

What You Will Learn: Essential Skills for UK SEN Support

Our 9-module course, culminating in a mock and final examination, offers flexible, self-paced learning with 1-year access. While providing an excellent foundation, this course offers valuable Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and serves as an insightful introduction to the SEN field.

Key Course Modules Include:

Special Education Needs (SEN): An Overview: Gain a solid understanding of SEN within the UK educational context, including the SEN Code of Practice.
Effective SEN Support Strategies: Learn high-quality teaching approaches and methodologies for supporting pupils with SEN and disabilities.
Communication and Interaction Needs: Develop skills to support children with challenges such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Supporting Cognition and Learning Needs: Explore strategies for helping pupils with conditions like Dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties.
Managing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Difficulties: Understand and address the complexities of supporting children with ADHD and other mental health challenges.
Addressing Sensory or Physical Needs: Discover methods to assist pupils with diverse sensory and physical requirements.
Working in Partnership: Learn the importance of collaborating with parents and caregivers in the UK education system.

Why Choose Skill Up for Your SEN Teaching Assistant Training?

At Skill Up, we are committed to providing accessible and high-quality online learning experiences. While our course is not an OFQUAL regulated qualification (like a CACHE Level 3 or NCFE Level 3 RQF Diploma), it offers substantial value as:

Comprehensive Introduction: An excellent starting point for understanding the breadth of Special Educational Needs.
Flexible Online Learning: Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the UK, with 1-year access to all course materials.
CPD Accredited: Enhance your professional profile with a CPD-accredited certificate, demonstrating your commitment to continuous development.
Gain Knowledge: Gain insights into SEN teaching methodologies and support techniques.
Affordable Investment: A cost-effective way to acquire foundational knowledge compared to longer, regulated qualifications, providing clear value against free introductory courses by offering more in-depth content for professional development.

Learning outcome

– Learn how to become a SEN teaching assistant
– Familiarise yourself with the SEN teaching assistant job description
– Learn how to provide exceptional SEN support
– Enrich your knowledge of different SEN teaching methodologies
– Determine the significance of high-quality teaching for pupils with SEN
– Understand the importance of communication and interaction in SEN teaching
– Learn how to provide SEN support for Sensory or physical needs
– Deepen your understanding of working in partnership with families and carers

Certificate of Achievement

Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate

Upon completing the final assessment, you can apply for the Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of Achievement. Endorsed certificates can be ordered and delivered to your home by post for only £129.

Order Your QLS Certificate

An extra £10 postage charge will be required for students leaving overseas.

Skill Up Recognised Certificate

Upon successful completion of the SEN Teaching Assistant course, you have the opportunity to request a Skill Up Recognised Certificate. This certificate holds significant value, and its validation will endure throughout your lifetime.

1. Hardcopy Certificate + Hardcopy Transcript: £19.99

2. Delivery Charge: £10.00 (Applicable for International Students)

CPD Quality Standards Accredited Certificate

After successfully completing the SEN Teaching Assistant course, you can apply for the CPD Quality Standards Accredited Certificate of Achievement.

1. PDF Certificate: £25.00
2. Hardcopy Certificate: £35.00
3. Delivery Charge: £10.00 (Applicable for International Students)

Course media

Special Education Needs (SEN) An Overview

SEN Support

High-Quality Teaching for Pupils with SEN

SEN Teaching Methodologies

Your Career Path as a SEN Teaching Assistant

This SEN Teaching Assistant course opens opportunities for many exciting SEN teaching assistant jobs. Related professions in this industry include:

– SEN Teaching Assistant: Providing targeted support to individual pupils or small groups.
– Learning Support Assistant: Assisting students with diverse learning requirements.
– Classroom Assistant: Supporting the main teacher in general classroom activities.
– Teaching Assistant: £16,000 - £25,000 per year
– SEN Teaching Assistant: £18,000 - £26,000 per year
– Teaching Assistant: £16,000 - £25,000 per year

(Source: Industry averages; actual salaries may vary based on experience, location, and specific role.)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs

1. What is a SEN Teaching Assistant?

A SEN Teacher supports children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in schools. This SEN Teaching Assistant course will teach a wide range of skills that are beneficial for SEN teaching assistant jobs.

2. How do I become a SEN Teaching Assistant?

“How to become a SEN teacher?” is a common query. Gain experience working with children, complete a relevant SEN Teaching Assistant course or qualification, like Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant training, and apply for SEN teaching jobs. SkillUp offers a range of special educational needs courses for teaching assistants. These SEN teaching assistant courses will help you prepare for SEN teaching assistant jobs and higher income.

3. Is this course OFQUAL regulated or does it lead to a CACHE/NCFE qualification?

This Skill Up course is not an OFQUAL regulated qualification (such as a CACHE or NCFE RQF Level 2 or Level 3 diploma). It is designed as a comprehensive CPD (Continuing Professional Development) course to provide foundational knowledge and enhance your skills in supporting children with SEN. For formal employment in many UK schools, regulated qualifications are often required.

4. Will this course help me get a job as a SEN Teaching Assistant in the UK?

This course will provide you with essential knowledge and a CPD-accredited certificate, which can certainly enhance your CV and understanding. For direct employment in many UK primary and secondary schools, employers typically look for regulated qualifications such as an OFQUAL-regulated Level 2 or Level 3 RQF in Supporting Teaching and Learning. This course is excellent for gaining foundational knowledge, preparing for interviews, or for professional development.

5. Does the course cover specific SEN conditions like Autism or Dyslexia?

Yes, our course includes dedicated sections on communication and interaction needs (relevant to Autism Spectrum Disorder – ASD), cognition and learning needs (relevant to Dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties), and social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (relevant to conditions like ADHD).