NCFE Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Level 2 Course

Level: 2


This course is available to learners aged 16+ who are interested in working within a school as a teaching assistant, classroom assistant or learning support assistant. This is a competence based qualification which requires students to be employed or have a placement within a school setting.

The aims of the course are to enable students to understand the roles and responsibilites to those involved in supporting teaching and learning in schools and provides an opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge required to do this effectively in a self directed way. It prepares students to support the teacher and the delivery of curriculum within a school as well as developing skills to help children and young people to develop self-esteem, independance and skills for learning. It seeks to further develop professional and technical skills and knowledge and an understanding of the importance of positive relationships within a school.

ExamsNone
Pre RequisitesMin 50 Hour Placement req'd
Duration180 Hours- Max One Year
ModulesEleven
SupportEmail or Post
FormatPaper 
AccreditationNCFE

Students must complete the following mandatory units

Unit 1: Child and young person development

The main stages of child and young person development
The kinds of influences that effect children and young peoples development
The potential effects of transitions on children and young peoples development

Unit 2: Support Learning activities

How to support the teacher in planning learning activities
How to prepare for, support and evaluate learning activities
How to observe and report on learner participation and progress
How to evaluate own practice in relation to supporting literacy, numeracy and ICT

Unit 3: Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people

Legilative guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people including e-safety
What to do when children or young people are ill or injured, including emergency procedures
How to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused, hartmed or bullied

Unit 4: Comminication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults

How to interact with and respond to children and young people
How to interact with and respond to adults
How to communicate with children, young perople and adults
Current legislation, plocicies and procedures for confidentiality and sharing information, data protection

Unit 5: Equality, diversity and inclusion in work with children and young people

The importance of promoting equality and diversity in work children and young people
The imapct of prejudice and discrimination on children and young people
The inclusion and inclusive practices in work with children and young people

Unit 6: Help improve own and team practice in schools

How to reflect and improve own practice
How to support the work of a team

Unit 7: Maintain and support relationships with children and young people

How to communicate with children and young people
Developing and maintaining relationships with children and young people
Supporting relationships between children and young people in other settings

Unit 8: Support children and young people health and safety

The legislative and policy framework for health and safety
How to recognise and manage risks to children and young peoples health, safety and security
How to support children and young people to assess and manage risk
How to respond to emergency situations

Unit 9: Support children and young peoples positive behaviour

The policies and procedures of the setting for promoting children and young peoples positive behaviour
How to support positive behaviour
How to respond to innapropriate behaviour

Unit 10: Schools as organisation

The different types of schools in the education center
How schools are organised in terms of roles and responsibilty
How schools uphold their aims and values
The laws and codes of practice that effect work in schools
The range and purpose of school policies and procedures
The wider context in which schools operate

Unit 11: Prepare and mainatin learning environments

How to prepare learning environments
How to prepare learning materials
How to monitor and maintain learning environments


There are no previous skills or qualifications required to register for this study programme however students are required to complete a minimum of 50 hours work in a placement over the period of one year.

This course is open to students of all ages and backgrounds. Enrolments can be taken at anytime of the year unlike the traditional local college who tend only to enrol in September. Home Learning offers true flexibility. Enrol today by calling us on 0121 2880181 and be studying within 7 days!
Level 2 NCFE Certificate in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

(Ref: 501/0418/4) - Credit value=30

This course provides successful students with a qualification from NCFE, listed on the qualifications and credit framework database. NCFE is recognised as an awarding organisation by the qualification regulators for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, who are: the office of the qualifications and examinations regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Welsh Government and the council for curriculum, examinations and assessment (CCA) in Northern Ireland

A fully qualified Teaching Assistant can expect to earn a salary of between 13K - 17K dependant on location. See the table below as a guideline. Please remember this is only a guide of potential earnings and your eventual salary could be less or more than displayed

London 

£17K

Midlands 

£15K

Yorkshire

£14K

Wales

£13K

North West

£15K

South East

£15K

All students have one year to complete this course from date of registration. Students are welcome to complete this course as quickly as they want to.

On average this course is completed in 180 hours (8/9 months).  Extensions can be arranged if students do not complete within the year and charges will apply. We would ask you to contact our office on 0800 0131030 for latest extension fees if required.

We recommend that students complete 4-5 hours per week as a minimum to get the most from this course. Remember to work out a study plan / timetable before you start and try and stick to it.

Hrs per weekEstimated Completion
  

4 hours

12 Months
5 hours9 Months
8 Hours6 Months
10 Hours5 Months
 
This course is issued in paper format. Your course materials will be delivered to you at the specified address within 7 days of enrolment. International students should allow up to 21 days for delivery.

If you prefer to complete this course online rather than receive the course in paper format we are happy to arrange this for you. Please call our office on 0800 0131030 and our administration staff will take your details.
All students on this course will be registered to a personal tutor who is contactable via email or post. We also have a team of dedicated advisors to help and advise with any course related queries. The tutors role is to help and support students for the entire duration of their studies. Please remember our tutors are here to help. Never be embarrassed to ask for help.

This course is completed using continual assessment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress every step of the way. Therefore no examination is required. This course consists of eleven units overall. Students will be required to submit assignments after each lesson via email or post proving their understanding of the subject covered. These assignments normally take between 1-2 hours to complete. A grade and report will be issued on your progress with any suggestions for improvement if necessary.

Q: When can I enrol?

The beauty of distance learning means that students can enrol at anytime they wish 365 days of the year. Enrolments and payment can be made online or by calling our office on 0121 2880181.

Q: How soon after enrolment can I start studying?

Students would normally receive their course materials within seven days of enrolment. Materials for this course are posted out via courier.

Q: Is this course accredited?

Yes! This course is accredited by NCFE. See our qualifications page for full details.

Q: Is there any funding available towards the course fees?

UK Open College is a privately run college therefore we do not have access to funding

Q: Do you offer any discounts for the unemployed or low income households?

Unfortunately discounts are not available

Q: Can I pay monthly for my course?

Yes! We do offer payment plans for this course to students resident in the UK only.  See fees page for further details.

Q: How do I know whether this is the right course for me?

In truth we cannot be sure if this course or indeed home learning will meet every students needs. To help we have a money back guarantee scheme in place which allows students to receive and try the course materials for seven days to establish whether this course is the ideal course for them. If it's not simply notify us via email or telephone within the seven day period for a full refund. Please be aware this is a strict seven day scheme and no refunds are processed once this period has expired.

Q: Is this course available to International students?

Yes! We currently have students all over the world studying with the college. With todays technology distance is no barrier at all. Students outside of the UK will need access to email to submit course assignments. Additional charges for delivery of paper course materials will apply if required.

Q: Are there any deadlines for course assignments?

No! You can submit course assignments at your own pace. The only deadline is for completion of the whole course which requires students to finish within one year of registration.

Q: What if I have questions relating to my course or have problems understanding some of the questions?

No problem! All students have access to a personal tutor for the duration of their course with whom they may correspond with. You are not on your own when you study with us! We really do want you to pass your course!

Q: Will I have to purchase any additional books or materials?

No! We provide all the required course materials to enable you to complete your studies. 

If you require any further information on this course then please call our administration team on 0121 288 0181 and we will be happy to help you as much as we can. Alternatively complete the information request form below and one of our friendly advisors will contact you.


Information Request

Course Fee: Starting at: £499.00

UK Student can choose to pay their course fees in full upon enrolment (£499.00) or take out a pay as you study plan as follows.

Enrolment Fee£199.00
7 x  Monthly payments£50.00
Total Fees Payable£549.00
  
Pay in full and Save £50.00

Call our office on 0121 2880181 for guaranteed acceptance onto our pay as you study plan* (Applies to UK Students only) 

MOD Personnel can claim a 10% Reduction on fees when paying in full by quoting BFPO10 when contacting us. Proof will be required.

*Valid Debit/Credit card required .

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