This course is an introduction to the knowledge and understanding needed to work in a school or college environment.
It can apply to the many varied roles that full and part-time support staff may fulfil, including administrative roles, site support roles, technical roles, volunteers and roles that work directly with children and young people in the learning environment.
On this course, you will learn:
- Understand Schools and Colleges as Organisations
- Understand Children and Young People's Development
- Understand Children and Young People’s Health and Safety
- Safeguarding Children and Young People
- Understand Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Work with Children and Young People
You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence.
You will need to have a Level 1 in Literacy and/or successful completion of a Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools.
On completion of this course, you can progress onto the Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.