Course description
A child’s educational experience is shaped by the adults who support and challenge them in their learning. Education Support Assistants can create a positive learning environment for all children. As an Education Support Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to build a child’s self-esteem, improve their quality of life, and be an agent of change in their schooling experience.
Attendance is two days per week at college and one day on placement with possible block placement opportunities.
Entry requirements
- 4 National 5s or 4 Standard Grades at Credit Level or appropriate work experience within this field.
- SCQF Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services (Children and Young People).
- Participation at an information session, skills assessment and interview forms part of the selection criteria.
- Your place on the course will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Application
Please note to be eligible for this course you must be 16 by 31st October 2025 due to health and safety legislation.
Progression
Successful completion of the course may allow progression to HNC in Childhood Practice.
Opportunities for possible careers include Educational Support Assistant (Early years, Primary & Secondary).
Course options
Course Type: Full-time
Details
Venue details
Motherwell Main Campus
1 Enterprise Way
Motherwell
Course provider
New College Lanarkshire
Motherwell Main Campus
1 Enterprise Way
Motherwell