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Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning

at Loughborough College, Loughborough · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma18 months

What the college says

Teaching Assistants work in Primary, Special and Secondary education across all age ranges. The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress. You will be a positive role models, take part in team meetings; contribute to planning and class activities. You will learn the theory and show the skills and behaviours required to carry out this role, promoting self-belief, social inclusion and a high self-esteem. It is an active role supporting the learner to access the curriculum.

What you need to get on

Employed within a school environment for a minimum of 6 hours per week Funding Available through 'Free Courses For Jobs'

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Loughborough College

    Work based

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