Introducing the qualification
The Certificate for Supporting Teaching & Learning at Level 3 is appropriate for experienced members of the school workforce who directly support the teaching and learning of pupils. The Qualification aims to give learners an opportunity to develop a solid understanding of the supporting role in schools and provides a recognised qualification for employees within the sector.

Duration
There will be an expectation for candidates to achieve the Certificate for Supporting Teaching & Learning within 12 months.

Assessment
Assessment is through submission of evidence in a portfolio to demonstrate that the requirements are met to a relevant standard

Entry requirements
There are no formal qualification requirements, but candidates will undertake an initial assessment to determine the appropriate level and optional units. Candidates must be in an appropriate job role to collect the relevant evidence, working/volunteering for a minimum of 15 hours per week. Learners must working within the county of Essex.

Qualification structure
Candidates must gain a minimum of 32 credits achieved by taking mandatory units to demonstrate their knowledge of the subject as well as demonstrate competence in the workplace.

Delivery methods
An assessor will be assigned to the workplace to support the candidate through the qualification. This will involve observation of the candidate in the workplace. There will also be workshops either online or at one of our ACL centres, to support the candidate through the knowledge and understanding. Other options may be available. Competence based units are assessed in the workplace, using observation, witness testimonies, work products, candidate accounts and questioning.

What happens next?
Complete an enrolment form. Each candidate will be contacted to complete an induction where the course will be explained further. Candidates will be notified by letter of the commencement of the course and lesson dates.

Mandatory Units
Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults Schools as organisations Support learning activities Promote children and young people’s 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 in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings Support children and young people’s health and safety Understand child and young person development Understand how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people

For further information, please contact
Anne Small VTC Curriculum Co-ordinator (VL – Schools and Early Years) Adult Community Learning, Essex Spinks Lane Witham CM8 1EP 03330136238 Email: anne.small@essex.gov.uk