Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 3

Overview

This apprenticeship is designed to develop individuals who directly support teaching and learning of pupils in schools in an area that requires specialist knowledge and skills. Working under the direction of the class teacher who has overall responsibility for the teaching and learning in the classroom, they will contribute to planning, implementing and evaluating of learning activities as well as working on their own with individual or groups of pupils.

What is covered on the course?

This programme covers a wide range of skills and behaviours that ensure apprentices develop the competency required to work as a Teaching Assistant. Apprentices will gain an in depth knowledge and understanding of:

Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
Supporting learning activities in the classroom
Promoting children and young people’s positive behaviour
Developing professional relationships with children, young people and adults
Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
Supporting assessment for learning
Engaging in personal development
Understanding children and young person development
Understanding how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people
Providing literacy and numeracy support
Leading extra-curricular activity
Planning and delivering learning activities under the supervision of a teacher

Key Info

Course duration

16 months

Entry requirements

Applicants must be at least 16 years old, have experience of supporting teaching and learning in schools and be employed in a school setting. The applicant must be working in a school setting with children aged 5 and over.

Qualifications

On successful completion of the qualification, the individual will be awarded the following:

Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning
Level 2 Essential Application of Number Skills
Level 2 Essential Communication Skills
Level 2 Essential Digital Literacy Skills

Aspiration Training works with us to ensure that learners are given the best service possible. We meet regularly to discuss learners progress and this ensures that any issues are quickly resolved.

Debbie Winning Qualifications and Apprenticeships Officer

I feel really positive about the workshops and more confident about utilising the online learning hub, and my coach is approachable. The breakout rooms are beneficial for open discussions about tasks set; they promote positive and helpful discussions. I’m finding it easy to complete tasks because I’m given the time during the session to make notes. I feel comfortable with the groups I work with and can contact my coach offline.

Clare Wilinson Childminder

What happens after my apprenticeship?

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Our career pathways show typical routes through the various stages of learning, the knowledge and skills that will be learnt along the way and the career options that may be available as a result.

Career Progression is available across a number of levels, meaning, with hard work and determination, the sky is the limit.

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