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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nA Nursery teacher helps children as young as infants to 5 years old to develop essential life skills. From understanding the concept of sharing to saying \u201cplease\u201d and \u201cthank you\u201d or identifying colours. It all starts here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, not only will you encourage the children to learn but you\u2019ll also prepare them for primary education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s your responsibility to record each child\u2019s progress to supply to their future primary school teacher. This allows the teacher to assess the child\u2019s abilities, where they excel and where they may need support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Working in early years child education requires patience and understanding. Children may have difficulty expressing their thoughts and feelings, especially if very young.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will need excellent organisational skills to plan the day incorporating each child\u2019s needs. As well as bundles of enthusiasm and energy to be able to match the children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll have to understand safeguarding precautions to ensure the childrens\u2019 safety within the nursery environment and out of it. This could mean communicating with parents or guardians and even social workers if need be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting qualified as a Nursery Teacher<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
To become a nursery teacher you\u2019ll need to gain Early Years Teaching Status (EYTS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many ways to achieve EYTS including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Undergraduate Degrees<\/li>
- Postgraduate Degrees<\/li>
- Employment-based graduate roles<\/li>
- Assessment only<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Depending on what level of education you\u2019ve already achieved will determine which route is right for you. But before you even get into higher education, you\u2019ll need a range of qualifications to support your application onto these courses\/placements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most universities will be looking for GCSEs in maths and English as well as 2 relevant A Levels. For example, A Level English Language and psychology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alternatively, relevant level 3 diplomas in playwork<\/a> <\/strong>or early years education<\/a><\/strong> could negate the need for A Levels. They\u2019re highly relevant to your desired field and give you a fundamental understanding to build on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Always double check before enrolling on any course with your desired institute to make sure they accept the qualification. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Roles and responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As a teaching assistant (TA) you\u2019ll support individuals, groups or a whole class with their educational, emotional and social development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s your responsibility to work alongside teachers to provide additional support for students or pupils. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will support the class in several ways, ranging from group activities to helping children with special educational needs. It’s likely you will also work with individuals who have learning disabilities, mental health issues or physical disabilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is possible to specialise to work exclusively with children who have special educational needs, or other challenges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The work you do will make a massive difference in childhood education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting qualified as a Teaching Assistant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You don’t need a degree to become a qualified teaching assistant. Most TA\u2019s will have completed a level 2, 3 or 4 qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Common Teaching assistant qualifications include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Support Work in Schools – Level 2 Award<\/a><\/strong><\/li>
- Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools – Level 3 Award<\/a><\/strong><\/li>
- Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Level 4 Award<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Depending on what course you take will determine what type of teaching assistant roles you\u2019re suitable for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, special educational needs teaching assistants will require a specific skillset and understanding. And even then, working alongside a child with down syndrome and a child with non-verbal autism will be completely different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your course doesn\u2019t cover this but you\u2019d like to work in this field then you can take additional SEN courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Roles and responsibilities of a Primary School Teacher<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Primary education builds on the skills that children have developed in their early years. Your role will help them further their literary, numeracy and social skills by providing a more structured learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll create lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives. You have to consider pupils abilities and liaise with teaching assistants too. You\u2019ll need to maintain discipline throughout the day and motivate your class to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s your responsibility to inspire children. Which means making learning enjoyable so that they\u2019re more likely to retain knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need to keep up to date with educational developments to improve your teaching skills. This could mean enrolling on CPD courses to train further. As long as you think the course would benefit your class\/school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You also need to analyse each child\u2019s progress and report back to heads of department, parents and\/or guardians. By monitoring each child you\u2019ll be able to adapt your teaching to ensure their needs are met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting qualified as a Primary School Teacher<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNot dissimilar to becoming a nursery teacher as you\u2019ll need to achieve Qualified Teaching Status (QTS). To achieve QTS you can take an undergraduate Bachelor of Education (BEd) or a BA\/BSc with QTS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you already have a degree, then you can apply for the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). These are available at many universities. Or you can go through the school direct route and work towards your qualification whilst working full-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To get into an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in education you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
GCSEs in maths, English and science at grade C\/4 or above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 relevant A Levels or the Access to HE Diploma (Education)<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Access to HE Diploma (Education) online course is a great alternative to A Level study. This is because you only need to complete one Access to HE Diploma rather than multiple A Levels. Which in turn makes it cheaper and quicker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Access to HE Diplomas course providers also liaises with universities. This allows them to make sure the content covered is relevant to the degree course. So, you\u2019ll gain the knowledge you need to prepare you for further study.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll cover topics such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- The Developing Child<\/li>
- The Psychology of Learning<\/li>
- Theories of Child Development<\/li>
- Language Acquisition<\/li>
- Disability and Educational Needs<\/li>
- Play<\/li>
- Managing Classroom Behaviour and more.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Start your career in Childhood Education today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Whatever route you choose to take Stonebridge Associated Colleges could help you realise your ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK\u2019s leading online course providers. We have a range of online courses in childhood education, A Levels and Access to HE Diplomas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All our courses have flexible payment options and dedicated tutors that support your learning. They\u2019ll provide constructive feedback and any extra assistance when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more on how to prepare for your online learning journey visit our blog here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re ready to get back into education then get in touch<\/a><\/strong> or enrol online today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools – Level 3 Award<\/a><\/strong><\/li>
- Support Work in Schools – Level 2 Award<\/a><\/strong><\/li>