Qualification Purpose 

The TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) to develop the knowledge and competence of learning support staff whose working role is in a specialist area and/or across a varied range of responsibilities. Learners will be working under the direction of a teacher who has overall responsibility for teaching and learning in the classroom. They will contribute to planning, implementing and evaluating learning activities and will work alongside the teacher to support whole class activities, as well as working on their own with individual, or groups of, pupils. Job titles may include: teaching assistant; classroom assistant; learning support assistant; additional needs assistant; pastoral/welfare support assistant; bilingual support assistant; foundation stage assistant; learning guide; learning coach; induction mentor; team leader.

The TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) can be used as the combined knowledge and competence component of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level two in literacy and numeracy or equivalent.

The qualification is suitable for learners of 16 years of age and above.

Progression

Successful learners can progress to employment within primary, special and secondary schools in both the state and independent sectors where there are opportunities to take on a wider range of responsibilities or to move into other roles across the wider children’s workforce e.g. child care, play work or youth work. Specialist roles may be applicable, dependant on the specialist optional units taken.

This qualification is comprised of the following units:

Unit 1: Communication and Professional Relationships with Children and Young People

Unit 2: Schools as Organisations

Unit 7: Engage in Personal Development in Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s Settings

Unit 8: Promote Children and Young People’s Positive Behaviour

Unit 9: Support Children and Young People’s Health and Safety

Unit 10: Develop Professional Relationships with Children, Young People and Adults

Unit 11: Promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Work with Children and Young People

Unit 12: Support children and young people to achieve their education potential

Unit 13: Support children and young people to make positive changes in their lives

Unit 14: Facilitate the learning and development of children and young people through mentoring