Supporting Teaching & Learning - Level 3 - Part-time

This qualification is for those aspiring to work as part of a school workforce who directly support the teaching and learning of pupils. Full teaching assistant training is required for anyone looking to work unsupervised in an educational role, either as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant.

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Course Description

This course is designed for those looking to develop their knowledge and skills within the sector and advance their career within a teaching and learning support role. During this NCFE Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning training course you will learn how to support teachers with the delivery of a school curriculum, while helping children to develop self-esteem, independence and abilities for learning.

This NCFE Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning training course is taught as a blended learning course, giving you the chance to put your knowledge into practice with a 200 hour work placement in an Ofsted regulated organisation with children between the ages of 6-19.

The learner is responsible for finding a suitable placement and the school needs to be on the college-approved database.
Entry Requirements
You will need:
- GCSE Grade 4 (C) or higher in English Language and Maths, as well as Science if you wish to progress into teaching. Functional Skills Level 2 and ESOL Level 2 are accepted as equivalent to a GCSE grade 4. Students with overseas qualifications will need to provide an ENIC Statement of Comparability to evidence they have the equivalent qualifications to the GCSE grades required.
- A satisfactory DBS check
- A minimum of 2 years experience of working in or volunteering in the schools sector either at Primary or Secondary level.
Ideally, applicants will have previously completed the Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning along with a number of professional CPD events.
Course Length

How long is this course?

1 year

When does this course start?

02/11/2026

How many hours / days per week is this course?

This course runs each Monday evening from 6pm - 9pm.

Course Fees

Age	Cost
19+	£1,400

Fee information

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

Please note the information on this page was correct at the time of publication but is subject to change due to factors beyond our control.

Additional Information

What qualification will I achieve?

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning (qualification aim: 60324983)

How is my course assessed?

This is a competence-based qualification based on National Occupational Standards and is a job-ready award that requires learners to demonstrate skills and knowledge to work in this sector.