Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
Are you passionate about working with children and helping them thrive in their education? The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is designed to give you the skills and confidence you need to make a real difference in a school environment. With schools increasingly relying on well-trained teaching assistants and support staff, this course is your gateway to a fulfilling role in education.
This course takes you on a practical learning journey, covering everything from how to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, to understanding the key stages of child development. You’ll also gain crucial knowledge about safeguarding, school policies, and the wider context of education—all essential for creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
Whether you’re new to the field or already working as a teaching assistant and looking to formalise your experience, this course is perfect for you. You can learn at your own pace, making it ideal for those juggling work, family, or other commitments. By the end, you’ll be well-equipped to support learners of all ages and backgrounds, while playing a vital role in their development and wellbeing.
Ready to start a rewarding career in education? This ‘Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools’ course will help you take that next step towards becoming a confident, capable, and highly valued member of the school community.
Qualification Information
- Awarding Body: Focus Awards
- Qualification Number: 601/6103/6
- Qualification Credits: 12
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 80 Hours
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 120 Hours
Qualification Purpose
The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is a knowledge based qualification aimed at those learners who work or wish to work in a support staff role within schools that directly support the teaching and learning of pupils. The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) aims to develop the knowledge and understanding for working in a school setting and covers areas such as safeguarding, communication, child development and understanding the school context. The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is a knowledge based qualification, it can be taken by learners not yet employed in a school, or those in school who are seeking a higher level role.
Key Features of the Course:
- Nationally Recognised Qualification: Earn the Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, a qualification accredited by Ofqual.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Cover essential topics such as effective communication, safeguarding, child development, and the structure of education systems.
- Practical Skills Development: Gain hands-on skills to support learning, manage classroom behaviour, and collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and carers.
- Understanding Child Development: Explore the stages of child growth, the factors influencing development, and how to support learners facing challenges.
- Policy and Compliance Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of school policies, data protection, and the wider educational framework.
- Flexible Learning Options: Study at your own pace with access to comprehensive resources, including handouts, templates, checklists, and video tutorials.
This course is designed to empower teachers with the tools and techniques needed to create a more inclusive, supportive, and inspiring educational environment.
What You Will Learn:
- Effective Communication Techniques – Learn how to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with children, young people, and adults in school settings.
- Understanding School Structures – Gain insights into how schools are organised, including staff roles, responsibilities, and school policies.
- Child Development Stages – Develop a clear understanding of the stages of child development and the factors influencing their growth and learning.
- Safeguarding Best Practices – Stay well-informed about safeguarding policies, procedures, and how to respond to concerns regarding children’s welfare.
- Behaviour Management Strategies – Learn how to promote positive behaviour and handle challenging situations in a supportive manner.
- Adapting Learning Resources – Understand how to prepare and tailor learning materials to support individual and group learning needs.
- Assessment and Monitoring – Develop skills in assessing learners’ progress, providing feedback, and supporting individual learning goals.
- Building Teamwork and Collaboration – Enhance your ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and carers for improved learning outcomes.
- Confidentiality and Data Protection – Understand legal requirements for handling and sharing sensitive information in educational settings.
- Creating a Positive Learning Environment – Learn how to foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment that supports every learner’s success.
Assessment
This qualification is Internally Assessed. Each learner must create a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates achievement of all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria associated with each unit.
The main pieces of evidence for the portfolio could include some or all of the following:
• Assessor observation
• Witness testimony
• Learner product
• Worksheets
• Assignments/projects/reports
• Record of oral and written questioning
• Learner and peer reports
• Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
Certification
Upon successfully completing all assessments, you will receive the nationally recognised Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools certificate, issued by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual. This certification serves as a formal recognition of your expertise, equipping you with the credentials to excel in school-based roles and unlocking numerous opportunities in the education sector.
Course Curriculum
- 15 sections
- 30 lectures
- 00:00:00 total length
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Induction Form 00:00:00
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Registration Entry Form 00:00:00
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1. The Principles of Developing Positive Relationships With Children, Young People and Adults 00:00:00
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2. Communication with Children, Young People and Adults 00:00:00
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3. Legislation, Policies and Procedures for Confidentiality and Sharing Information, Including Data Protection 00:00:00
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Unit 01 Assignment 00:00:00
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1. The Structure of Education from Early Years to Post-compulsory Education 00:00:00
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2. How Schools are Organised in Terms of Roles and Responsibilities 00:00:00
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3. Ethos, Mission, Aims and Values of a School 00:00:00
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4. Laws and Codes of Practice Affecting Work in Schools 00:00:00
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5. The Purpose of School Policies and Procedures 00:00:00
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6. The Wider Context in Which Schools Operate 00:00:00
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Unit 02 Assignment 00:00:00
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1. Different Aspects of Development From Birth to Adulthood 00:00:00
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2. Personal and External Factors That Affect Child Development 00:00:00
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3. Theories of Development and Frameworks to Support Development 00:00:00
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4. Monitoring and Assessing Children 00:00:00
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5. Barriers to the Development of Children and Young People 00:00:00
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6. Early Intervention 00:00:00
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7. Possible Effects of Different Transitions on Children and Young People’s Development 00:00:00
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Unit 03 Assignment 00:00:00
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1. Current Legislation and National Guidelines for Safeguarding 00:00:00
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2. Safeguard Children and Young People 00:00:00
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3. Inquiries and Serious Case Reviews and Sharing the Findings to Inform Practice 00:00:00
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4. Data Protection, Information Handling and Sharing 00:00:00
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5. A Person-Centred Culture 00:00:00
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6. Partnership Working and Safeguarding 00:00:00
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7. Roles and Responsibilities of Different Organisations 00:00:00
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8. Policies and Procedures to Protect Children and Young People and Adults Who Work With Them 00:00:00
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9. How to Report Concerns about Practice in the Work Setting 00:00:00
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10. Child Abuse Indicators 00:00:00
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11. Responding to Children and Young People’s Disclosures of Abuse 00:00:00
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12. Concept of bullying 00:00:00
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13. Develop Self-esteem and Self-confidence 00:00:00
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14. Resilience 00:00:00
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15. Strategies to Help Children Protect Themselves 00:00:00
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16. Empowerment 00:00:00
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17. Importance of E-safety 00:00:00
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Unit 04 Assignment 00:00:00
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Submit Your Assignments 00:00:00
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Access:1 Year access
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Units:40
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