Teaching and Education
Begin your career in education
If you’re passionate about helping others learn, grow, and thrive, a career in education could be the perfect fit.
Whether you see yourself in the classroom as a teaching assistant, leading lessons as a qualified teacher, or supporting early years development, our courses give you the tools, confidence, and experience to make a real difference.
From first steps in early years education to formal teacher training, this is your opportunity to inspire the next generation.
Train with support that puts you first
You’ll develop practical skills, grow in confidence, and gain a recognised qualification that opens doors to a wide range of roles.
At Coleg Gwent, we offer a welcoming and supportive learning environment, with small class sizes and experienced tutors who bring their real-world knowledge into every lesson.
You’ll also benefit from:
- Hands-on placements to build your confidence
- Guidance from tutors who’ve worked in the education sector
- Industry qualifications, including PgCE, PCE and PCET teacher training routes
Explore your options
Whether you want to support children at the start of their education or guide young adults towards independence, we’ll help you find the right path.
Our teaching courses and education support qualifications prepare you for a variety of fulfilling roles, including:
- Teaching
- Teaching assistant (TA)
- Early years educator
- Learning and support assistant
- SEN (Special Educational Needs) support
Flexible study that works around you
Life’s busy – we get it. That’s why we offer flexible and affordable part-time learning options – perfect if you’re looking to retrain or upskill without putting everything else on pause.
Learn at your own pace, balance your studies with family or work, and make progress towards a career you’ll love.
Returning to education after 17 years and raising three children hasn’t been easy, but the supportive teachers, great facilities, and flexible timetable at Coleg Gwent have made it possible. I’m building a better future for myself and my family, and I’m excited to achieve my goal of becoming a Teaching Assistant
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Start your journey today
If you’re ready to support, guide, and inspire others – starting with yourself – our education and teaching assistant courses will help you get there.
Explore our full-time, part-time and higher education courses today and take your first step into a rewarding career in education.