Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools – Level 3

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Length 35 weeks
Study Part-Time
Location Carlisle College

Qualification Gained

Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning

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More about the course

Teaching Assistants make a difference to children and young people's lives every day.

Through dedicated support in classrooms, Teaching Assistants help to foster education and development through one-to-one support and guidance in the classroom.

This Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning course is a one-year programme that will help prepare you for employment as a Teaching Assistant.

This programme will provide you with an opportunity to undertake practical work placement, as well as build your theoretical knowledge with support from our industry experienced tutors.

As a Teaching Assistant you will become a role model for the children that you are supporting.

Entry requirements

GCSEs grade 4 (C) and above in English and maths or equivalent
Clear enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
Substantial previous experience within a school
Two references
Students are required to find their own placements

Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will achieve a Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

What will I learn?

Child and young person development
Promoting Positive Behaviour
Supporting learning activities
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Support assessment for learning
Health and safety
Schools as organisations
Communication and professional relationships
Safeguarding
Young people health and safety
Personal development
Diversity and inclusion

How is the course taught?

The course will be delivered on a half-day session per week.

How am I assessed?

Assessments
Observation in placement
Portfolio of evidence
Home study

Work experience opportunities

Students are required to find their own placement and complete a minimum of 120 hours placement in either a Primary or Secondary School.

English and Maths

There is not a requirement to have an English / Maths GCSE however learners may be encouraged to work on additional Maths and English to help with employment opportunities, and this will be discussed with learners individually.

Where can I progress?

On successful completion of this course, you can progress into employment. Employment routes can be found through;

Teaching Assistants
Learning Support Assistants
Special Educational Needs Assistants

Course Costs

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.