Teaching Assistant

This TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) qualification is aimed towards Teaching Assistant wishing to move onto becoming a Higher Level Teaching Assistant as a way of career progression. The role of the Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) is to not only support the classroom teacher on a daily basis but to also run classes on a temporary basis should a teacher be away from the class for whatever reason.

This qualification is for those already working as a Teaching Assistant or for Teaching Assistants that have completed either the Award or Certificate and wish to enhance their careers further.

Course Overview

To gain the full TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) qualification (HLTA Qualification) Teaching assistant course you will need to pass all the assignments along with observations within the classroom setting. Upon completion of the course you will be able to work as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor in primary or secondary schools.

There are no formal examinations on this course and the work is assessment based. Full tutor support is also provided along with a personal tutor whom will guide you through lessons and online materials as well as answer any questions or queries you may have.

Upon completion you will be fully qualified as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, recognised by both Ofqual and Ofstead giving you plenty of opportunity.

Study Time

232 hours

Credit Value

44 credits

Enrolment length

12 months

Qualification Number

601/4423/3

Course Format

Online with observations in the classroom setting (

Entry Requirements

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

Certification

TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) - Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Method

All of our students are given access to our Learner Management System (LMS) through their own personal login and password. Once logged in you can access all course materials, lessons, resources and assignments in your own time, giving you the ability to study at times that suit yourself !. You will have a personal Tutor throughout your study with us here at the college to guide you and support you through out.

Our LMS is available 24/7 365 days a year, giving you full flexibility.

Qualification

Designed for learners who are working in a job role in a specialist area and/or across a varied range of responsibilities under the direction of a teacher who has overall responsibility for teaching and learning in a classroom, for example: teaching assistants; classroom assistants; learning support assistants; additional needs assistants; pastoral/welfare support assistants; bilingual support assistants; foundation stage assistants; learning guides; learning coaches; or induction mentors.

Assessments

To pass this course learners must pass all set assignments. These are completed after navigating through the corresponding lessons and writing your answers to assignment questions. Once these have been read and marked by your personal tutor, feedback and marks are provided to students which contain helpful tips to improve work in future assignments. You will also complete classroom

Course Content

Included in this course are the following units:

Unit 1: Promote children and young people's positive behaviour

Unit 2: Support Children and Young People's Health and Safety

Unit 3: Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults

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

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

Unit 6: Understand How to Safeguard the Wellbeing of Children and Young People

Unit 7: Support Learning Activities

Unit 8: Schools as organisations

Unit 9: Support assessment for learning

Unit10: Engage in personal development in health, social care or children's and young people's settings

Unit 11: Understand Child and Young Person Development

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

Support:

Please make sure you utilise all resources available to you including your personal Tutor and assessment team.

Enrolment Length

The guided learning hours for this qualification are 232.

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 specialist area and/or across a varied range of responsibilities. You 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.

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

Teaching Assistant - Average Salary £19,621 PA; Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Average Salary £25,000; Classroom Assistant - Average Salary £19,621; Learning Support Assistant - Average Salary £20,804; Special Needs - Average Salary £28,892