• A nationally recognised Level 3 qualification designed for adults who want to work as qualified teaching assistants in schools.
• Ideal for those already volunteering or employed in a school who want to gain a full Level 3 qualification.
• Provides in depth knowledge of child development, safeguarding, supporting learning, behaviour management and SEND.
• Combines classroom learning with practical experience in a real school setting.

• Child Development & Learning
• Safeguarding, Health & Safety
• Supporting Teaching, Learning and Assessment
• Supporting Behaviour & SEND
• Communication & Professional Relationships
• Engage in personal and professional development

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

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

• Through teacher led lessons, workshops and group activities.
• Practical experience in a school, supported by workplace mentors.
• Case studies, real life scenarios and reflective tasks.
• Independent research and professional development activities.

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

City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton WV1 3AU

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

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

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) training
• Level 4 or Level 5 qualifications in Education or Supporting Learning
• Level 3 or Level 4 Early Years qualifications
• Foundation Degrees in Education, Teaching & Learning or SEND

Seek employment in roles such as:

• Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
• SEND Support Assistant
• Classroom Assistant
• Pastoral Support Worker

Take on more responsibilities within a school, including planning and delivering learning activities under teacher supervision