New Teaching Assistant Course Launches at SERC’s Ballynahinch and Holywood Campuses

The new Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning course runs from 18 September until 9 June. Students are required to be working, or on a practical placement, in a learning environment, such as a school or college, for the duration of the course. 

Victoria Magill, who studied on the course at SERC Lisburn Campus, says, “I really enjoyed my time on the course and wish I could turn back time to do it again. My tutor and classmates were great and motivated me to try my best while studying. It’s hard to pick out a favourite part of the course, as I enjoyed everything about it so much, but I particularly liked the observations I got to do during my work placement at Harmony Hill Primary School, where I gained practical experience working in a classroom with primary school age children which really helped me develop my teaching skills.  

“Other skills I have gained through the course have included teamwork, time management, communication, as well as learning to make presentations and designing posters, which have really helped prepare me for working in a classroom.  

“I’d recommend the course to anyone in the Ballynahinch and Holywood areas who is interested in education, as every school needs more classroom assistants. Working with children is very rewarding – every day is a fresh challenge, and it keeps you thoroughly engaged. I am hoping to go straight into employment now that I have completed the course, and I’m happy to say that I’ve already received job offers, which speaks volumes on how worthwhile the course was. Please check the course out if you are considering working in education”. 

SERC tutor Elizabeth Erwin comments, “Whether you are looking to return to work, looking for your first job, or wanting a career change, this course is fantastic for anyone looking for an exciting and rewarding job within a classroom setting. The Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning will help you develop the skills necessary to become a great classroom assistant, through a combination of learning in SERC and practically applying the information learnt through school placements, giving you a stepping stone to employment within the sector. If you live close to either Ballynahinch or Holywood Campuses and are interested in becoming a classroom assistant, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.” 

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