Supporting Teaching and Learning - Level 3 Diploma

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<li>A nationally recognised Level 3 qualification designed for adults who want to work as qualified teaching assistants in schools.</li>
<li>Ideal for those already volunteering or employed in a school who want to gain a full Level 3 qualification.</li>
<li>Provides indepth knowledge of child development, safeguarding, supporting learning, behaviour management and SEND.</li>
<li>Combines classroom learning with practical experience in a real school setting.</li>
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<li>Child Development & Learning</li>
<li>Safeguarding, Health & Safety</li>
<li>Supporting Teaching, Learning and Assessment</li>
<li>Supporting Behaviour & SEND</li>
<li>Communication & Professional Relationships</li>
<li>Engage in personal and professional development</li>
</ul>

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<li>You must be aged 19 or over.</li>
<li>Good level of English (minimum of Level 2 or above) to meet the demands of written assignments.</li>
<li>A DBS check is required for working in a school setting.</li>
<li>You must have access to a work placement or employment in a school (typically primary, secondary or SEN) to complete assessed tasks.</li>
<li>You must have at least one year’s experience in a school prior to starting this course that includes the National Curriculum.</li>
<li>Commitment to completing assignments, observations and placement hours.</li>
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<p>City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton WV1 3AU</p>

<ul>
<li>Provides a full Level 3 qualification that is recognised by schools nationally.</li>
<li>Enhances your ability to support teaching and learning independently and professionally.</li>
<li>Strengthens your confidence and skills when working with pupils of different ages and abilities.</li>
<li>Enables career progression and opens pathways to higher level education roles.</li>
<li>Offers a strong foundation for further study at Level 4 or higher.</li>
</ul>

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<li>Through teacherled lessons, workshops and group activities.</li>
<li>Practical experience in a school, supported by workplace mentors.</li>
<li>Case studies, reallife scenarios and reflective tasks.</li>
<li>Independent research and professional development activities.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Written assignments and knowledge-based activities.</li>
<li>Direct observations of your practice in school by qualified assessors.</li>
<li>Evidence gathered from workplace tasks, witness testimonies and reflective accounts.</li>
<li>A portfolio demonstrating your knowledge, skills and professional practice.</li>
<li>Continuous assessment with no formal exams.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Course fees may apply depending on individual eligibility.</li>
<li>Basic stationery will be needed for coursework.</li>
<li>A DBS check will be required for school placement.</li>
<li>No specialist equipment required.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning </strong>- A nationally recognised qualification enabling learners to work unsupervised in supporting roles in schools.</p>

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<li><strong>Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)</strong> training</li>
<li>Level 4 or Level 5 qualifications in Education or Supporting Learning</li>
<li>Level 3 or Level 4 Early Years qualifications</li>
<li>Foundation Degrees in Education, Teaching & Learning or SEND</li>
</ul>

<p>Seek employment in roles such as:</p>

<ul>
<li>Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant</li>
<li>SEND Support Assistant</li>
<li>Classroom Assistant</li>
<li>Pastoral Support Worker</li>
</ul>

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