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Considering a career in health and social care, childcare or as a teaching assistant?

Click on the buttons below to read about how our courses can help you work in these rewarding areas.

All of our courses are taught by experts with experience in their field. You can learn online or at one of our modern facilities. Whichever way you choose to learn, you will be supported and encouraged by our friendly staff.

Not sure what you want to study? We have free taster sessions for all courses – no charge, no commitment, we only ask that you attend both free sessions so that you can get the most from the experience.

To find out about a taster session, enquire about a course or for help with anything else, call our friendly team at Deacon House on 0113 386 1997 and we will be happy to help.

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Health and Social Care:

Why Health and Social Care?

Looking for a fulfilling job that sees you use your caring nature to positively change the lives of others? The health and social care sector covers a wide range of rewarding jobs where you can be sure you are making a difference every day.

Our courses teach you the theory and develop your practical skills so that you can succeed in your career. With the choice of learning online or in our modern facilities, our flexible study options mean you can learn at the location that suits you. No matter where you choose to learn, you will be supported by experienced staff who will care for you while you learn to care for others.

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Good to know

By 2024, the health and social care and associate professionals labour market in Leeds is predicted to grow by 2.4%. (EMSI, 2019)

Pathway

You can reach your role in health and social care sooner than you think by following our pathways. Simply choose your starting point, make your application and prepare to care.

First Steps to Health and Social Care

This is an entry-level course, so whether you’re a beginner, developing your English skills, or wanting to know more about the sector, this course is for you.
Length: 18 weeks

Health and Social Care

This Level 1 certificate provides an excellent introduction to the health and care sector. Over the course, you will learn about the wide range of roles available as well as the fundamentals of working in the sector. Providing an excellent grounding in the sector, this is the ideal way to start your career in care.
Length: 18 weeks

Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Pave the way to career progression with this Level 2 certificate which focuses on working within adult social care.
Length: 18 weeks

Want to know more?

Our two free taster sessions are an excellent way to find out more about our courses, meet our staff and see how we can help you start your career in health and social care.

Ready to apply? Click here to start your journey

Questions?

Can’t see what you’re looking for? Unsure as to which level you want to apply for? Want to ask about entry requirements?

We welcome all questions!

Call our friendly team at Deacon House on 0113 386 1997 and we will be happy to help answer any queries you have.

Childcare:

Taking care of the future

Looking to make a difference to the lives of the future generation? Are you wanting to specialise in early years education or learn how to develop a career in caring for children? Our childcare courses are designed to help you hone your skills so that you can take care of, nurture and educate future generations, giving them the best start in life so they can grow, develop and thrive.

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Good to know: The average salary for a job within childcare in 2022 is £20,800

Pathway

First Steps to Childcare

This is an entry-level course, so whether you’re a beginner, developing your English skills, or wanting to know more about careers in childcare, this course is for you.
Length: 18 weeks

Childcare

This Level 1 certificate is the perfect place to start your journey to a career in childcare.
Length: 30 weeks

Early Years Practitioner

Develop your knowledge and skills with this Level 2 course. Drawing on your experience working in an early years establishment, this course equips you with the knowledge you will need to progress further.
Length: 36 weeks

Early Years Educator

This Level 3 course prepares you for working as an educator in early years. Combining the knowledge you gained at Level 2 and the experience you gained in the workplace, this course develops your skills further so that you can start work with the expertise required and the confidence to succeed.
Length: 36 weeks

Want to know more?

Our two free taster sessions are an excellent way to find out more about our courses, meet our staff and see how we can help you start your career in childcare.

Ready to apply? Click here to start your journey

Questions?

Can’t see what you’re looking for? Unsure as to which level you want to apply for? Want to ask about entry requirements?

We welcome all questions!

Call our friendly team at Deacon House on 0113 386 1997 and we will be happy to help answer any queries you have.

Teaching Assistant

Introduction

Would you like to become a teaching assistant? Do you want to support the learning of young people? Are you looking to work with teachers to help children reach their potential? Teaching assistants provide invaluable support to teachers and children in the classroom and our staff can help support you so you can start your career in this rewarding field.

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Good to know: 100% of the Level 2 Teaching Assistants in the 2021 course cohort were offered paid positions in schools.

Pathway

First Steps to Teaching Assistants

This is an entry-level course, so whether you’re a beginner, developing your English skills, or wanting to know more about the job role, this course is for you.
Length: 18 weeks

Teaching Assistant

This Level 1 certificate provides an excellent starting point on your journey to becoming a teaching assistant.
Length: 18 weeks

Teaching Assistant

Develop your understanding further with this Level 2 Teaching Assistant Certificate. In order to study this programme you will need work experience within a school or college.
Length: 18 weeks

Teaching Assistant

This Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate will develop your knowledge and skills further, and continue to prepare you for starting work as a teaching assistant. You will need work experience in a school or college setting to study this programme.
Length: 18 weeks

Coaching and Mentoring

This Level 1 course is suitable for anyone interested in coaching and mentoring. Gain understanding of the role of a mentor and learn about the skills required to work as a coach. Completion of this course could lead you to progress to the Level 3 qualification funded under Free Skills for Jobs.
Length: 18 weeks

Want to know more?

Our two free taster sessions are an excellent way to find out more about our courses, meet our staff and see how we can help you start your career as a teaching assistant.

Ready to apply? Click here to start your journey

Questions?

Can’t see what you’re looking for? Unsure as to which level you want to apply for? Want to ask about entry requirements?

We welcome all questions!

Call our friendly team at Deacon House on 0113 386 1997 and we will be happy to help answer any queries you have.

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