Assessment Requirements Portfolio of Evidence

This qualification is internally assessed and internally quality assured by Centre staff and externally quality assured by Innovate Awarding External Quality Advisors (EQAs).

Aims and Objectives of the Qualification

The main aim of the IAO Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is to enable Learners to gain the necessary practical skills and knowledge in order to become teaching assistants in schools. Areas such as child and young person development, safeguarding, and health and safety are covered, among other skills and knowledge areas. Learners also have the option to tailor the qualification to their employment needs via a selection of optional units.

Entry Guidance

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

This qualification is suitable for those who work, or who are looking to work within the education and teaching sector. It provides learners with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and competence.

Progression Opportunities

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to the IAO Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, or they could enter a teaching assistant role.

Funding

For details on eligibility for government funding please refer to the following websites:

http://www.education.gov.uk/section96/

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/skills-funding-agency