Level 3 NCFE CACHE Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning

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The Level 3 Diploma is suitable for those working or volunteering in unsupervised roles that support pupils' learning. This course is career related and is open to students who wish to be working as a Senior Teaching Assistant; Senior Learning Support Assistant; Senior Special Educational Needs Assistant or other related roles. This course provides a route into the Foundation Degree in Education.

Progression from a level 2 Supporting and Teaching course is desirable but not essential. Experience of working with children in some capacity and possessing GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 is an advantage.

You must have a basic knowledge of how the classroom works for children and young people. You need to be enthusiastic and have a desire to support children through the most important stages of their lives.

You will be required to source a placement for a minimum of 1 day week and acquire a DBS certificate.

This qualification will provide an understanding of the knowledge needed when working directly with children and young people in primary, secondary or special schools. You will undertake 11 mandatory units covering communication, developing professional relationships, safeguarding children's welfare, equality, diversity and inclusion, child development, health and safety, behaviour management, supporting learning activities and assessment of learning. You will also be able to choose up to 4 optional units to suit your current experience and future career path.

Units of study will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods; this could include direct observation in the workplace, written assignments, group and individual tasks, reflective accounts and a portfolio of evidence including witness statements and work products.

Informal interview required. No concessions. This course maybe eligible for a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan.

You can apply online if there is an APPLY NOW button for this course on our website. Otherwise complete an application form and send it to Central Admissions at our London Road campus. Application forms are available in the Full-time prospectus, on our website at www.shrewsbury.ac.uk/apply, or by ringing 01743 342333. If after reading this fact sheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, ring Course Advice on 01743 342333 or email: prospects@shrewsbury.ac.uk