Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (NCFE CACHE)
at South Bank Colleges, London · college
What the college says
If you are looking to take your first step to becoming a teaching or learning support assistant in a primary, secondary, or special educational needs school, or if you are already working in a teaching and learning support role and are looking to increase your knowledge and qualifications, this could be the course for you.The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools will help develop your knowledge of the principles and theory of educational support, and teach you the practical skills that all teaching and learning support assistants need.You will learn about a variety of topics, including children and young peoples development; safeguarding young learners; health and safety in a school setting; promoting an effective learning environment; supporting positive behaviour in children and young people; supporting those with disabilities or special educational needs; and maintaining relationships with children and young people.More than just developing your role-specific knowledge, this course will also help prepare you for working in a learning environment by teaching you about team work, communication, equality and inclusion, and increasing your understanding of schools and colleges as organisations.This is a part-time course, with one day of college-based study per week, so can be fitted in around your existing work or study commitments.
What you need to get on
3 GCSEs at grade 3 or a Level 1 Diploma at Pass with GCSE English at grade 3.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
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
London South Bank Technical College
Belmore St, London, SW8 2JY
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Start dates
- 21 September 2026 · London
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