Course Overview
The enrolment fee includes your NCFE certificate, all course materials and full tutor support
This NCFE Level 3 Diploma is part of the new RQF government framework designed to support teaching and learning, aligning perfectly with the apprenticeship standard for teaching assistants. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the essential knowledge required to work with young people and children in schools and colleges. Covering every aspect of specialist support, including planning, delivery, assessment, and support, it’s an ideal course for those assisting teachers with bilingual children, special educational needs, and areas like personal development and reflective practice. It’s just the thing for enhancing your skills in these vital areas!
NCFE certificate included – no extra fees
Once you finish the course, you’ll get a government-regulated NCFE Level 3 RQF certificate that’s fully recognised and accepted by all primary and secondary schools, including colleges. The best part? Your certificate won’t have any mention of distance learning or home study, so it’s just like the qualifications from attendance-based colleges. Rest assured, it’s the real deal and we guarantee it’s just as valid!
Instant access to your course – no waiting
We’re open for enrolments 24/7, all year round, so you can start your course right away as soon as we receive your enrolment. The beauty of home study is that it fits around your life and schedule. You’ll have exclusive one-to-one access to your own personal tutor, who will be there to guide you every step of the way, helping you with your assignments and giving you full feedback on how you’re doing. And if you’re more into paper-based study than online learning, you can opt for printed course materials too. Our passion is to make your learning interactive and engaging with your tutor as you complete each unit. Plus, you’ll have full tutor support throughout the course, ensuring you pass with flying colours.
To enrol in this course, you need to be volunteering or working in a school. Don’t have a school placement? No worries, just check out our Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools course – it’s the perfect course for those without a placement.
The latest RQF syllabus
There’s no delay in getting started, and as soon as you enrol, you’ll be on your path to becoming a government-qualified Teaching Assistant in no time!
We’re open for enrolments 24/7, all year round, so you can start your course right away as soon as we receive your enrolment. The beauty of home study is that it fits around your life and schedule. You’ll have exclusive one-to-one access to your own personal tutor, who will be there to guide you every step of the way, helping you with your assignments and giving you full feedback on how you’re doing. And if you’re more into paper-based study than online learning, you can opt for printed course materials too. Our passion is to make your learning interactive and engaging with your tutor as you complete each unit. Plus, you’ll have full tutor support throughout the course, ensuring you pass with flying colours.
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning
RQF REGULATED QUALIFICATION No. 603/2496/X
Lessons covered in this course:
| RQF Unit Reference A/616/5882 | Unit Level Level 3 | Guided Learning 25 hours | Credit Value 3 |
This unit will provide you with an understanding of how children develop, including underpinning theoretical perspectives.
This unit explores:
- The expected pattern of development for children
- Factors that influence children’s development
- Monitoring children’s development and interventions
| RQF Unit Reference M/616/5880 | Unit Level Level 3 | Guided Learning 25 hours | Credit Value 4 |
This unit will provide you with knowledge and understanding to support the safeguarding of children and young people.
This unit explores:
- Legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding children and young people
- Working in partnership with other organisations
- Protecting children and young people’s safety in a learning environment
- Respond and evidence to concerns about a child or young person’s safety
- Work with children and young people to support their well-being
| RQF Unit Reference T/616/5878 | Unit Level Level 3 | Guided Learning 10 hours | Credit Value 2 |
This unit aims to provide you with a good understanding of how schools and colleges operate.
This unit explores:
- The structure of education from early years to post-compulsory education
- How schools and colleges are organised
- Teamwork in schools and colleges
- Educational ethos, mission and values
- Policies and procedures in education
| RQF Unit Reference A/616/5879 | Unit Level Level 3 | Guided Learning 20 hours | Credit Value 3 |
This unit explores:
- Plan and provide environments that support children and young people’s health and safety
- Recognise and manage risks to health, safety and security
- Support children and young people to assess and manage risk for themselves
- Responding to accidents, incidents, emergencies and illness
- Assisting in the administration of medicine
Entry Requirements – a school placement is required
To enrol in this NCFE Level 3 Diploma course, you need to be working or volunteering in a school with Key Stage 1 and above. This is because the course involves classroom observations, and nursery or reception classes aren’t suitable for this. You’ll also need to put together a portfolio of evidence to show how you’ve met the NCFE learning criteria. It’s a great way to demonstrate all the fantastic skills and knowledge you’ll gain!
NCFE CACHE requires that you complete 200 hours of practical experience in the school classroom. This observation can be carried out by a qualified teacher, assessor, or someone at a higher level of management. It’s great because you can do this in either a mainstream or special school. It’s a fantastic opportunity to put what you learn into practice!
- School placement is required.
- No formal qualifications are required.
- You must be over 16 years of age.
- Enrolments are open all year.
Course Delivery – instant access to your course
Receive immediate access to your course as soon as you’ve enrolled!
A genuine government certificate from NCFE & OFQUAL
Once you finish the course, you’ll get a government-regulated NCFE Level 3 Diploma that’s fully recognised and accepted by all primary and secondary schools, including colleges. The best part? Your certificate won’t have any mention of distance learning or home study, so it’s just like the qualifications from attendance-based colleges. Rest assured, it’s the real deal and we guarantee it’s just as valid!
Your Course Materials – choose paper books or online
You’ll be given instant access to your course resources, with tailored learning available directly online. Because we write them, you can be sure we’ll teach you everything to succeed. We’ll guide you through your entire course and prepare you for all your assignments. If you prefer, you can also have all of your course materials delivered as paper handbooks.
Enrolment fee includes your NCFE certificate, all your course materials and full tutor support.
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Why De Montfort
At De Montfort we have many years of experience providing the highest quality online Teaching Assistant courses, here are just some of the reasons we think you’ll love us.
Minimise your costs
With our courses being delivered online, we can provide you with the best price and lower than most physical colleges.
1:1 tutor support
We have a team of expert tutors, and you’ll be assigned one at the start of your course, and he or she will support you through it.
Home study
Arguably the most significant benefit of our courses is that you can study at home at a time and pace that suits you.
RQF qualifications
All of our teaching assistant courses give you an RQF qualification recognised by schools throughout the UK.
Save time
By studying with De Montfort, you’ll save time as you won’t need to travel to and from a physical location for your classes.
Well regarded college
We have a reputation for excellence, with schools and learners giving us and our courses glowing reviews.
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