Course timescale: six months
Next start date(s): on application
Course Location: Lewisham Way Campus and
onsite
What will be studied?
This course is aimed at recognising and developing the
professional status of this important role in schools. The
student will cover all the key elements needed for this
profession, including supporting pupils, colleagues and learning
activities, as well as helping with resources and records. The
student will also address the challenges of the modern classroom by
covering the management of pupil behaviour, literacy and numeracy
and ICT support. While on the course, the student must gain some
experience of working at a school, for at least two days a week to
enable them to gather evidence, addressing all seven
units.
Subjects:
- Contribute to positive relationships
- Help to Keep Children Safe
- Provide Displays
- Provide effective support for your colleagues
- Provide Support for Learning Activities
- Support Children's Development
- Support Literacy and Numeracy Activities
What can the student do next?
This can lead to the Teaching Assistants Advanced Certificate NVQ
Level 3, or you can begin the process of qualifying as a primary
school teacher by joining our Access to Higher Education (Education
Studies) course. For more information or to apply for the
Supporting Teaching courses please call The Skills People on 0800
977 8748 or visit www.theskillspeople.org
What are the entry requirements?
The candidate will need to have a language and numeracy
assessment and interview. Applicants should have taken the
Department for Schools Children and Families (DCSF) induction
training provided by the LEA, or an appropriate introductory
course. If the applicant does not have qualifications in
English and/or maths they will be supported in gaining this as
part of their course.
How will it be assessed?
Assessment is by a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence
in each unit. Evidence will be gathered from the work place and
students are assessed in various ways, including assignments,
presentations, projects and classroom observations. Students have
access to a personal tutor to discuss progress and to help them
plan their studies.
What will it cost?
Course fee: A contribution of £50 from your school