How to become a Classroom Assistant

Our career advice page will tell you everything you need to know about becoming a Classroom Assistant.


Course Packages

Job Overview

A classroom assistant is responsible for helping the teacher with classroom activities and duties. This may include helping prepare and set up the classroom for lessons, helping children with reading, writing and learning and reporting progress of children to the teacher.

Typical Work Hours

32-40 hours a week subject to term times. Some staff work all year round while some take term holidays.

Income

Income varies from £12,000 to £23,000, depending on experience and whether the role is part-time or full-time.

General Duties

Lesson preparation, Monitoring progress, Supervise activities, Following safeguarding protocol, and Supporting pupils with their work

What Qualifications Do I Need to be a Classroom Assistant?

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

We offer a online Level 2 Classroom Assistant course package which includes Level 2 Childcare and Level 2 SWISC. Click here to find out more. 

Work experience for a Classroom Assistant

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You can gain relevant Classroom Assistant work experience through working with children, examples of this are:

Please note you may require a DBS check.

Tip: Make sure the experience is with a similar age group as the children you would be working with as a Classroom Assistant.

What Skills Does a Classroom Assistant Need?

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You’ll need a range of skills for a Classroom Assistant role. These include:

Classroom Assistant Support Map