QCF Level 2 Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

Teacher Education

What does the course include?

This course will enable employed, as well as voluntary, teaching assistants to develop the knowledge and skills needed to support teaching and learning in schools.

The course will cover 9 mandatory units and 2 optional units leading to a total of 30 credits.

Units covered will include safeguarding, health and safety, child and young person’s development, communication, supporting learning activities, equality, diversity & inclusion as well as promoting positive behaviour.

This City and Guild’s QCF qualification is based on the National Occupational Standards which sets out best practice for the role of teaching assistants.

Our students have said:

“The course so far has been very beneficial and informative. I’m able to use my theory and practical knowledge within the school environment.” – Amanda Fincken

“I enjoyed doing this course. I have learnt alot about child development, health and safety, security of children, legislation and different policies.” – Reena Rai

“This course has given me the confidence to stride ahead with my role in school.” – Student

“I really like this course. I got lots of information about children and people, who are supporting schools, and organisations. Our tutor is very helpful when learning this course.” – Sabessini Rajendran

“I am really enjoying the course, and find the knowledge based assignments add depth to my work in schools.” – Student

“I am really enjoying this course. I have learnt so much about this I never knew and finding this information really useful in my job. Fiona has been a great help and very patient with me.” – Theresa O’ Farrell

“I found this course very interesting. I learnt alot from it. My tutor explained things to me very well, and what I don’t understand. It gives me the knowledge and understanding of my course.” – Maureen Noble

What do I need to get on this course?

All learners will need to be working or volunteering in the classroom. If volunteering, a minimum of 6 hours is necessary. Good levels of literacy are required. This will be assessed by an initial assessment before starting the course.

Learners must be 19+ years in order to enrol on this course.

How will I be assessed?

The course is work based. After the initial course induction, all further underpinning knowledge and tutor meetings will take place weekly in the workplace on a one-to-one basis flexible to the learners needs.

Experienced Assessor’s will judge the learner’s competency within the school environment through observation and work products.
Learners must be 19+ years in order to enrol on this course.

Where does it lead?

On completion of this qualification, you may decide to study towards the Level 3 course in the future.