CACHE Level 2 Certificate Supporting Teaching and Learning (Matures)

Who is this course for?

Do you want to be a Teaching Assistant in a school? Then this is the course for you! This course will give you the teaching assistant qualification that you need in order to gain employment in primary or secondary school.

What qualifications or experience do I need ?

Learners should be at least 18 years old. Working towards Literacy at Level 2 is desirable. Learners should have a voluntary placement arranged in a school. They also need competent IT skills for the e-portfolio.

What will I study ?

One day a week in college plus independent study using an e-portfolio. Students will need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

How will I be assessed ?

Internal assessment by a range of methods including direct observations (being vistied at your setting), e-portfolio of evidence, written assignments and a set of tasks set by CACHE. Please ensure you bring to your interview a handwritten personal statement of approx. 200 words about why you want to work in Childcare

What qualifications could I achieve ?

CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools (QCF).

How do I join the course ?

Apply online or call and arrange an interview, alternatively you can come along to one of our Open Events

Will I need an interview ?

Yes and to complete a written task

Any extra costs for equipment/materials ?

Extra costs will include: * Study materials * Travel costs to and from your placement * Disclosure & Barring Service * Text Book

Further Information

You will need to provide evidence of at least 12 hours working practice at interview. You will need to complete 12 hours of placement practice each week. You will need access to a PC for independent study and have suitable IT skills along with access to Microsoft Word.