Nursery teacher - Essential Skills

Course Overview

The Nursery Teacher – Essential Skills course is a comprehensive training programme designed to help learners develop the essential knowledge and practical skills required to work within early years and primary education settings. This course provides valuable insights into early childhood education, teaching assistant responsibilities, and supporting children’s learning and development.

Throughout this programme, learners will gain an understanding of the roles of teaching assistants, SEN teaching assistants, and SENCO professionals, helping them build the skills needed to support children with different learning needs. The course also introduces key topics such as EYFS teaching practices, phonics teaching using methods such as Jolly Phonics, speech and language development, child psychology, educational psychology, and child counselling.

In addition, the course covers essential safeguarding and safety practices required in educational environments. Learners will explore topics such as child protection and safeguarding, health and safety in schools, positive behaviour handling, paediatric first aid, sports first aid, and COVID-19 awareness. The programme also includes modules on supporting children with autism, dyslexia, and learning disabilities to promote inclusive learning environments.

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of nursery teachers and teaching assistants
• Develop knowledge of supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)
• Gain an understanding of phonics teaching and early literacy development
• Learn key concepts of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Understand child psychology and child development principles
• Develop skills to support children with autism, dyslexia, and learning disabilities
• Understand safeguarding and child protection responsibilities in educational settings
• Gain knowledge of paediatric first aid and sports first aid procedures
• Learn effective classroom and behaviour management techniques
• Understand health and safety requirements within schools and childcare environments

Course Aims

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:

• Support teaching and learning in nursery and primary education settings
• Understand child development and early years education principles
• Create safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments
• Develop professional skills required for working with children
• Promote child wellbeing, safety and educational development

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Teachers
• Nursery Teachers
• Primary School Teachers
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• EYFS Teaching Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
• Private Tutors
• Individuals interested in working within early childhood education

No prior experience is required to enrol in this course.

Course Content / Units

Teaching Assistant Training

SEN Teaching Assistant

Understanding Autism

Phonics Teaching

EYFS Teaching Diploma

Dyslexia Awareness

SENCO – Special Educational Needs Coordination

Child Protection and Safeguarding

Positive Handling in Schools

Paediatric First Aid

Learning Disability Awareness

Educational Psychology & Development

Child Psychology

Child Counselling

Speech and Language Therapy

Child Care

Health and Safety in School Management

Sports Coaching

Sports First Aid

COVID-19 Awareness

Course Delivery

The course is delivered through fully online learning modules including expert-led lessons, interactive learning materials, and audio voiceover guidance. Learners can study at their own pace using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

Assessment

At the end of the course, learners will complete an online assessment to demonstrate their understanding of the course material. The assessment is automatically marked and results are provided instantly. Learners can retake the assessment if necessary.

Certification

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a recognised Nursery Teacher – Essential Skills certificate. A digital certificate will be issued immediately, and learners may also request a printed certificate for postal delivery.

Progression Opportunities

Successful learners may progress to roles such as:

• Nursery Teacher
• Teaching Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant
• EYFS Teaching Assistant
• Childcare Practitioner
• Private Tutor

This course provides a strong foundation for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in early childhood education and teaching support.

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