T Level
T Level
Technical qualification in Education and Early Years
Technical qualification in Education and Early Years
QN: 610/5748/4 - Version 2.0 – 30 April 20266
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Welcome to the Programme!
Welcome to the Programme!
Hi everyone,
A huge welcome to the programme! I'm Leah Wallis, and I'll be your Course Coordinator (Lead) for the next two years. Think of me as your main point of contact and the person here to support you throughout your journey. My role is to help you with things like understanding programme requirements, navigating college resources, addressing challenges, and providing guidance on your academic progress through scheduled progress reviews (PR). Essentially, if you're not sure who to ask or where to go, start with me!
Your Teaching Team
Your Teaching Team
You'll be co-taught by a fantastic team of lecturers throughout your course. Your main lecturers will be:
Kathryn
Chloe
Bex / Katie (Assessors)
And myself Leah
Each of us brings different expertise, and we're all here to support your learning and development.
Your Student Mentor
Your Student Mentor
In addition to your lecturers, you'll also have dedicated support from your Student Mentor, Amy. Amy will join you for one lesson per week to lead your tutorial sessions. These sessions are a great opportunity for more focused discussions, academic support, and to address any questions you might have in a smaller group setting.
We're all looking forward to working with you over the next two years and helping you succeed. Please don't hesitate to reach out to myself if you have any questions! Feel free
Should you need to contact me at any point my details are as follows.
Email: Leah.wallis@ieg.ac.uk
My working hours Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
A little overview of the T Level Qualification
The NCFE T Level in Education and Early Years is a two-year, Level 3 qualification designed for students aged 16-18 who want to pursue careers in the education and childcare sector. It combines classroom learning with a significant industry placement, providing a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. This T Level is a work-focused alternative to A-Levels and can lead to skilled employment, higher education, or higher-level apprenticeships.
Key Features of the NCFE T Level in Education and Early Years:
Core Component:
Covers essential knowledge and concepts relevant to the education and early years sector, including supporting education, safeguarding, child development, and working with parents and families.Occupational Specialism:
Allows students to specialise in a specific area of early years education, developing practical skills in areas like supporting play, developing relationships with children, and planning for their development.Industry Placement:
Requires students to complete at least 750 hours of industry placement (375 per year), providing real-world experience in a childcare setting. With a focus on Assisting teaching a minimum of 315 hours is required.Assessment:
The core component is assessed through a combination of written exams and an employer-set project, while the occupational specialism is assessed through assignments.Progression:
Graduates can pursue careers as Early Years Educators, progress to higher education (including degrees in primary teaching), or undertake higher-level apprenticeships.
In essence, the NCFE T Level in Education and Early Years provides a structured pathway for young people to gain the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to excel in the early years education and childcare field.
In essence, the NCFE T Level in Education and Early Years (Assisting Teaching) is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to confidently enter the education and childcare sector, whether directly into employment or through further study and training.
STUDENT ABSENCES - COLLEGE AND PLACEMENT DAYS
College:
All students should report their absences using their Individual Learning Platform (ILP) on ProPortal. They should also use this to report when they are running late, leaving college early, or if they have a pre-arranged appointment.
Students should only call the absence line if they cannot log into their ProPortal ILP.
Process for recording a Reported Absence:
1. Students inform the college of their absence via Proportal or Absence line
2. Faculty Admin action the authorised absence change request in ProSolution
which will populate the student register
3. A notification is sent to students and NoK (if 14-18yrs or EHCP)
Example of the Notification Message you may recieve:
Hi [Name], thank you for reporting your absences between x and x.
This is confirmation your request has been received.
It is your responsibility to notify ALL lecturers who would normally be teaching you on the day of your absence to make them aware and request missing work and to catch up by an agreed date / time.
Lecturer Emails:
Leah.wallis@ieg.ac.uk (course coordinator)
Kathryn.betts@ieg.ac.uk
Amy.ledger@ieg.ac.uk (student mentor)
It is students responsibility to follow the above reporting process as this is your qualification. (Getting your friends to pass messages to the lecturers is not acceptable as it does not allow us to safeguard students and we have a duty of care).
Placement:
Placement days will be Every Wednesday and Thursday for Group A and Monday and Wednesday for Group B
Do not attend placement until you have received your confirmation email from Vix Williams, your work experience coach. Vix must approve your start and complete all necessary checks and contracts with the settings beforehand. You cannot simply turn up at your placement.
For any queries, please contact Vix Williams.
Absence Protocol
Absence Protocol
If you're unable to attend your placement, it's essential to follow these steps, just like you would in any professional role:
Call your placement directly.
If there's no answer, leave a voicemail.
Follow up with an email to the setting. This voicemail and email will serve as your evidence.
Log your absence on your Grofar.
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