11 September 2025 - 25 June 2026 ( 140 hours, 35 weeks )
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Waterloo Centre
This course is for students working or volunteering in schools or a school setting who wish to further their career and build their knowledge and experience. Please note this course does not provide any UCAS points.
On successful completion of the course, you will achieve the following qualification: Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning [NCFE]
You will be working in a group or individually on written and reading tasks, projects and interactive activities. You will participate in discussions on relevant topics. You will also be observed and assessed in your placement.
You will need Maths and English at Level 2 or above. You will also need to arrange your own placement in a school setting and have a current DBS check. These must be in place before the course starts. You will be assessed in the workplace by a qualified assessor.
Excellent attendance of over 90% is required from all students. This course requires study/completion of activities outside of class time of 12 hours a week at your placement, 6 hours tuition time plus additional tutorial time, homework and independent study of up to 10 hours per week. We therefore expect students to be able to demonstrate sufficient commitment to and interest in the course.
You will need access to a computer and internet connection to complete coursework.
