Supporting Teaching & Learning - Level 2 Certificate

Supporting Teaching & Learning - Level 2 Certificate

This course is designed to prepare you to support the teacher and the delivery of curriculum within a school, as well as introduce the skills necessary to help children develop self-esteem, independence and skills for learning.

• Course Information

  • Course Code

    XDC2TLS

  • Validated By

    NCFE

  • Price

    *£810 none devolved council area / £1620 devolved council area

  • Attendance Pattern

    Evening

  • Course Level

    Level 2

  • Study Mode

    In person

  • Course Location

    Leyland Campus

  • Age Group

    Adults (19+)

  • Course Duration

    30 weeks

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• Overview

  *Price & Funding

  The course may be free of charge if you fit one of the following criteria (none devolved council area):

  • Unemployed in receipt of benefit
  • Low Wage (Earning below £25,750 annual gross salary)

   

  Payment options: 

  • Pay in full
  • 4 x equal consecutive payments
  • Sponsor

   

  Sessions Available

  Start	End	Day	Session	Time	Venue
  Sep 2026	May 2027	Tues	Evening	17.00 – 20.30	Langdale Road, Leyland / Online
  Evening class – Planned lesson delivered on site. 11 units. New unit every 2 weeks. Assignment every 2 weeks

  Delivery method

  Fully delivered in the classroom over 30 academic weeks / Placement – Minimum 5 hours per week for duration of course.

  Important Information

  • All students on this course must complete and receive a clear enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS) DBS = £73.50 approx.
  • Learners are expected to undertake independent research and directed study.
  • Students are required to source and secure their own placement within the first 4 weeks of the course.
• Entry Requirements
  • Students must be aged 19+
  • GCSE English OR maths grade C/4 and above or, Level 2 Functional Skills English OR maths

  Pre-IAG task: Learners need to write a 500-word statement on a unit and a reflective account on their life journey to this point. Information will be issued once application is complete.

• How will I be assessed?

  Student assessment:

  • Unit written assignments
  • Practice Observations
  • Practice Reflective Testimonies
  • Practice Witness (Mentor) Statements
• Progression Pathway

  On successful completion of this course, you can progress to Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

   

  Career opportunities:

  • Teaching Assistant level 2 position in Primary or secondary school
  • Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning Course
• Programme Specification

  Course units:

  • Unit 2.1 Understand Schools and Colleges as Organisations
  • Unit 2.2 Understand Children and Young People’s Development.
  • Unit 2.3 Safeguarding Children and Young People.
  • Unit 2.4 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, in Work with Children and Young People.
  • Unit 2.5 Maintain Relationships with Children and Young People.
  • Unit 2.6 Support the Health and Safety of Children and Young People.
  • Unit 2.7 Support Positive Behaviour in a Learning Environment for Children and Young People.
  • Unit 2.8 Contribute to Teamwork in a Learning Environment.
  • Unit 2.9 Understand Children and Young Peoples Play and Leisure.
  • Unit 2.10 Promote and Effective Learning Environment.
  • Unit 2.11 Provide Displays in a Learning Environment

   

  Students will learn:

  • Foundation knowledge needed to progress into employment or further study appropriate for a Teaching Assistant role
  • Hands on work experience in a real classroom environment
  • Organisational structures in educational establishments
  • How children learn and develop and the importance of play and leisure activities
  • Aspects of safeguarding including polices and procedures for abuse, illness and accidents
  • How to create an inclusive environment and approach, including SEND and Culture, developing good professional and purposeful relationships to promote an effective learning environment
  • Challenging behaviour and how to address and manage this appropriately and strategically
• DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check

  You must be prepared to comply with the vetting procedures for those working with vulnerable adults, children and young people as required by current legislation (ie undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check).

  You will need to complete an enhanced DBS for this course and in doing so will need to provide 3 ID documents. These can include; Birth Certificate, Driving License, Passport, Bank statement or a letter.

  Please note that if the course is fully funded for you, you may get your DBS for free, if not, there may be an additional fee for this to be processed.

  Please contact our Adult Admissions Team to find out more on how to obtain an Enhanced DBS check through the college.

  To find out more information on DBS checks, please visit https://www.personnelchecks.co.uk/enhanced-dbs-checks

• Health, Safety & Well-Being

  Runshaw College is committed to ensuring you have a happy, successful and productive time with us – ensuring your health, safety and well-being is at the heart of everything we do.

  We proactively encourage the disclosure of any disabilities or issues which may impact on your learning experience – this can be at interview, enrolment, or at any other stage during your studies. Any information you disclose will be held in strict confidence and will be used to assess your in-class support needs and inform a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) to ensure your safe evacuation from the College in the event of an emergency. If you would like further information, please contact Course Enquiries on 01772 642040.

• National Careers Service

  For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.

• FAQs - Level 2 Supporting Teaching & Learning

  I don’t currently hold both GCSE/Functional Skills maths & English, can I still study the course?

  Yes, but you must enrol with Runshaw College onto which ever qualification you do not hold. This additional qualification will be studied alongside the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

   

  Evening course – do I have to live locally to Runshaw College to enrol to this course?

  No, but reliable transport is a must to ensure you can attend classes for the stated times.

   

  Do classes take place throughout the year?

  No, Runshaw College observes term times in line with local educational. A full college calendar will be provided upon enrolment.

   

  Do I have to do any homework?

  Students must dedicate an equal amount of time to independent study as they do to in-class sessions.

   

  Do I need to complete a placement to pass the course?
  Yes, placement is integral to the course and you cannot complete the course without this element.

   

  Where do I go on placement?
  Anywhere as long as it is a Primary, Secondary or College setting.

   

  How do I source my placement?
  Students are required to source and secure their own placement within the first 4 weeks of the course.

   

  What resources will I need to complete the course?
  You will need to have access to a laptop or computer and a printer and be able to access the internet and general stationary items such as files, dividers, paper, pens.

   

  I have a criminal record will I be able to complete the course?

  This will depend on the conviction. While the course is designed to support participants in securing employment, some employers may have policies that restrict hiring individuals with a criminal record.