The Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant in educational settings. This course covers a wide range of topics, including understanding child and young person development, supporting positive behavior, and providing support for learners with special educational needs.
Throughout the program, students will learn about different teaching and learning strategies, how to create inclusive learning environments, and how to support the overall development and well-being of students. They will also gain practical experience through work placements in schools, which will further enhance their skills and understanding of the role.
Upon completion of the diploma, graduates can pursue various career paths in educational settings, such as becoming a teaching assistant, learning support assistant, or classroom assistant. They can work in primary schools, secondary schools, special educational needs schools, or other educational institutions, supporting teachers and helping students achieve their full potential.
This qualification is aimed at learners working in roles that offer specialist support for pupils learning in primary, secondary or special schools.
The overall learning outcome of the Diploma are designed to allow learners to obtain and then demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to provide specialist teaching and learning support to children and young people in schools. These include:
? Understand the principles underpinning the development of positive relationships with children, young people and adults.
? Be able to support learning activities.
? Understand the role and features of assessment for learning.
? Understand the main legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding children and young people.
? Be able to reflect on their own practice.
? Be able to plan and prepare learning activities under the supervision of a teacher.
The qualification comprises 13 mandatory units with a combined total of 44 credits.
This qualifications is approved and regulated by government regulated body Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to ensure consistent course quality.
- OfQual Qualification Number: 603/7690/9
Equivalences
This qualification at Level 3 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels.
Qualification structure
The Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools consists of 13 mandatory units for a combined total of 44 credits.
