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Qualification details

EDEXCEL Level 2 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
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Qualification summary

The purpose of this qualification is to enable candidates to gain recognition for competences achieved in supporting teaching and learning at level 2. The qualification draws on the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, developed by the Training and Development Agency for Schools. These NOS cover teaching assistant roles as well as roles involving supervision, pastoral support and supporting inclusion. The standards reflect the six themes of the Common Core of Skills and Knowledge for the Children's Workforce. These themes underpin working practice for the whole children's workforce.

Qualification details

500/3701/8
EDEXCEL - Edexcel Limited
2
NVQ - National Vocational Qualification
Accreditation start date:
01/03/2008
Operational start date in centres:
01/03/2008
Accreditation end date:
31/12/2010
Certification end date:
31/12/2012
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English
Candidates can progress into the Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. Alternatively candidates can progress into associated BTEC qualifications in teaching and learning. These include the Level 2 BTEC Certificate for Teaching Assistants.
Learning Mentor
Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
  • 13 Education and Training
    • 13.2  Direct Learning Support
N/A
Pass
The qualification is internally assessed and verified and externally verified according to the principles of the NVQ code of conduct.
Candidates must complete all five units in Group A, plus two units from Group B (total seven units).
  • A  -  Mandatory units
    • J/103/3382 - Contribute to positive relationships
    • L/103/3383 - Help to keep children safe
    • R/103/3384 - Support children's development
    • R/104/0190 - Provide support for learning activities
    • Y/104/0191 - Provide effective support for your colleagues
  • B  -  Optional units
    • M/103/3389 - Support children's play and learning
    • K/103/3391 - Support a child with disabilities or special educational needs
    • F/102/8679 - Support individuals during therapy sessions
    • D/102/8690 - Contribute to moving and handling individuals
    • D/104/0192 - Support literacy and numeracy activities
    • H/104/0193 - Support the use of information and communication technology for teaching and learning
    • K/104/0194 - Use information and communication technology to support pupils’ learning
    • M/104/0195 - Observe and report on pupil performance
    • T/104/0196 - Contribute to supporting bilingual/multilingual pupils
    • A/104/0197 - Invigilate tests and examinations
    • L/101/6616 - Provide Displays
    • J/101/7716 - Support Children and Young People's Play