Teaching Assistant | City & Guilds Diploma in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools | Level 3
Why this course?
This course is for experienced teaching assistants working within primary, secondary, mainstream or special schools, with specific responsibility for intervention strategies.
This is a qualification intended to provide the underpinning knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to supporting teaching and learning in schools, either in mainstream or Special Educational Needs.
The course content is both knowledge and competence-based to reflect the role of those directly supporting pupils’ learning.
Please note there are funding options available for this course:
Lifetime Skills Guarantee
The Lifetime Skills Guarantee is part of the government's National Skills Fund, designed to help adults to gain the skills they need for employment and to improve their job prospects.
This course may be free for you if:
- You are 19+
- This is your first full Level 3 qualification
- You are unemployed (or earn less than £345 per month) and are in receipt of benefits
- You are employed and have an annual gross income less than £20,319
Evidence and ID required. For more information, please visit the government website or speak to our Professional team: professional@gbmc.ac.uk | 01273 667704
Advanced Learner Loan
You may be eligible to apply for a loan to meet the course costs of your qualification fees. This is paid directly to the College on your behalf. For more information about Advanced Learner Loans, please click here.
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Start dates
| Code | Start | Campus | Times | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE0241-1C | 14 Sep 2022 | Northbrook College, West Durrington Campus | Wednesday 5pm - 8pm | 30 weeks | £2225.00 | |
| FE0177-1C | 16 Sep 2022 | Northbrook College, West Durrington Campus | Friday 9.30am - 12.30pm | 30 weeks | £2225.00 |
Entry requirements
Level 3 candidates should have at least one year’s experience working as a teaching assistant. Prior completion of the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is recommended but not mandatory.
- You must be age 18+
- You will need to arrange a work placement within a school for a minimum of six hours per week during the course
- Completion of the Level 2 Certificate preferable
- Interview required
What will I learn?
- Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
- Schools as organisations
- Support learning activities
- Promote children and young peoples’ positive behaviour
- Develop professional relationships with children, young people and adults
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in work with children and young people
- Support assessment for learning
- Engage in personal development
- Support children and young people's health and safety
- Understand children and young people's development
- Understand how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered in weekly three-hour sessions on either Wednesday evenings or Friday mornings for 30 weeks. The course starts in mid September. You will require a minimum placement of six hours per week minimum in a school, and 14 hours per week for independent study.
Why the MET?
Greater Brighton Metropolitan College (MET) was created from the merger of City College Brighton and Northbrook College. It draws on 150 years of heritage, history and experience. We operate across five campuses in Brighton, Shoreham and Worthing and teach around 7,500 adult learners.
Our experienced teaching staff are passionate about their areas of expertise and are committed to helping you attain your learning goals and meet your personal aims. Whatever your chosen subject, we have the facilities to ensure you get the most out of your learning experience.
Course fees and finance
The course fees are shown in the table on the overview tab.
Lifetime Skills Guarantee
The Lifetime Skills Guarantee is part of the government's National Skills Fund, designed to help adults to gain the skills they need for employment and to improve their job prospects.
This course may be free for you if:
- You are 19+
- This is your first full Level 3 qualification
- You are unemployed (or earn less than £345 per month) and are in receipt of benefits
- You are employed and have an annual gross income less than £20,319
Evidence and ID required. For more information, please visit the government website or speak to our Professional team: professional@gbmc.ac.uk | 01273 667704
Advanced Learner Loan
You may be eligible to apply for a loan to meet the course costs of your qualification fees. This is paid directly to the College on your behalf. For more information about Advanced Learner Loans, please click here.
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