Teaching Assistant Level 2
NVQ
In London
Description
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Type
NVQ
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Location
London
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Duration
Flexible
Suitable for: Those who are working under the direction of teachers.
Important information
Government funding available
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
Reviews
Subjects
- Teaching
Course programme
Description
The NVQ Teaching Assistant Level 2 is for teaching or classroom assistants who are based with one or more classes or with an individual pupil and work under the direction of teachers. This is suitable for those working in primary, secondary and special education schools.
Qualification overview
The level 2 Qualification will provide the candidate with the ability to help organise the learning environment, the principles and practice of inclusion, health and safety and the correct use of the schools resources. The qualification is structured to allow the candidate to work at their own pace, with their own assessor during working hours.
Timescale
3 to 18 months, dependent on the individual candidates competencies.
Content
Core units
* Help with classroom resources and records
* Help with the care and support of pupils
* Provide support for learning activities
* Provide effective support for your colleague
Optional units
* Support literacy and numeracy activities in the classroom
* Contribute to the management of pupil behaviour
* Support the maintenance of pupil of pupil safety and security
* Contribute to the health and well being of pupils
* Support the use of ICT in the classroom
Awarding body
The awarding body for this qualification is Edexcel.
Assessment
To achieve the qualification, candidates must successfully complete the four core units and three optional units. Assessment is through direct observation within a play setting combined with inspection of supplementary evidence such as assignments, professional discussion, witness testimonies and work products.
Teaching Assistant Level 2