You will be required to complete units ranging from learning about schools and colleges as organisations; health and safety; safeguarding; professional relationships; children and young people’s development; behaviour management; English and maths; assessment for learning; and supporting speech and language development.
Upon successful completion, you can apply for positions such as:
Or, you can progress to the Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualifications.
This qualification will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills needed when supporting teaching and learning in primary, secondary or special schools. It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people’s development, supporting those with disabilities or special educational needs and communication and professional relationships.
Your tutor will assess you using a range of methods. This could include direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task.
Yes, you will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement, as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.