Adult Courses, Adult: Beginner

Preparing to Work in Schools Level 1 Award (NCFE)

Course Overview

Fee disclaimer

  • This course is FREE for most students.
  • A £30 membership fee applies to all students.
  • The course fee listed is the maximum you could pay.
  • No payment is required when you apply. After submitting your application, our customer service team will contact you to confirm your eligibility for free or discounted fees and guide you through the next steps.
  • You might be surprised at how many ways you can qualify for funding. Check your eligibility here.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements, though an interest in working with children and an understanding of basic educational practices is helpful.

Course information

The Preparing to Work in Schools Level 1 Award (NCFE) provides foundational knowledge for working in schools, including child development, safeguarding, and classroom management skills.

Suitable for individuals who want to work in schools, supporting children and teachers in an educational setting.

Key topics

  • Child development
  • Safeguarding
  • Classroom management
  • Working with children
  • Education environments
  • How you are assessed

    You will be assessed through written work, presentations, and tasks such as designing a leaflet or booklet

  • Next steps

    The demand for qualified teaching assistants is growing, particularly those with experience in safeguarding and classroom support.

  • Why study at NCC?

    • Expert teaching: Learn from experienced tutors with real-world industry knowledge
    • Flexible study options: Part-time, evening and online learning available
    • Career progression routes: From entry level to professional qualifications
    • Outstanding support: One-to-one advice, wellbeing support and financial guidance
    • Ofsted-rated Outstanding: Quality teaching and support you can trust
    • Modern facilities: Industry-standard workshops, labs, studios and digital tools
    • Employer links: Courses shaped by local and national job market needs

Select your campus option to apply

Dates Schedule Max. fee if paid
Start: 02/09/2025
End: 17/09/2025
Mon to Tue (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Thu to Fri (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Tue to Wed (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Wed to Thu (09:15 - 15:15)
£30.00
Start: 08/09/2025
End: 13/02/2026
Wed (09:30 - 11:30)
£201.00
Start: 27/04/2026
End: 15/05/2026
Mon to Tue (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Thu to Fri (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Tue to Wed (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Wed to Thu (09:15 - 15:15)
£30.00
Start: 15/06/2026
End: 03/07/2026
Mon to Tue (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Thu to Fri (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Tue to Wed (09:15 - 15:15)<BR>or Wed to Thu (09:15 - 15:15)
£30.00
Dates Schedule Max. fee if paid
Start: 08/09/2025
End: 13/02/2026
Sun to Fri (07:30 - 11:30)<BR>or Wed (09:30 - 11:30)
£201.00
Dates Schedule Max. fee if paid
Start: 08/09/2025
End: 13/02/2026
Wed (09:30 - 11:30)
£201.00
Dates Schedule Max. fee if paid
Start: 08/09/2025
End: 13/02/2026
To be confirmed
£201.00
Dates Schedule Max. fee if paid
Start: 08/09/2025
End: 12/02/2026
Tue (13:00 - 15:00)
£201.00

What Can This Course Lead To

  • Intermediate-level adult course in this subject area at New City College.
  • Teaching assistant roles, classroom support positions, or further study in education or childcare.

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