Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
Course Overview
Key Information | |
Level: | 3 |
Sector: | Direct Learning Support |
Qualification Type: | Occupational Qualification |
Total Qualification Time: | 120 |
Credit Value: | 12 |
Guided Learning Hours: | 80 |
Status: | Available to Learners |
Methods of Assessment: | Portfolio of Evidence |
Minimum Age: | 16 |
Qualification Purpose
The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is a knowledge-based qualification suitable for support staff roles in schools that directly support the teaching and learning of pupils. The qualification seeks to develop the knowledge and understanding of workers in a school setting, and covers areas such as safeguarding, communication, child development, and understanding the school context. As it is a knowledge-based qualification, it can be taken by learners not yet employed in a school, or those in school who are seeking a higher-level role.
Age Ranges
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be at least 16 years old to undertake this qualification.
Geographical Coverage
This qualification is available in England and Northern Ireland.
Learner Entry Requirements
Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, but additional criteria may be requested or specified by the centre.
Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations
Please refer to the Focus Awards ‘Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy’.
A copy is available for download from the Focus Awards website at the following url:
https://www.focusawards.org.uk/wp- content/uploads/2016/08/Reasonable-Adjustments.pdf
Assessment Methods
This qualification is Internally Assessed. Each learner must create a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates achievement of all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria associated with each unit.
The main pieces of evidence for the portfolio could include some or all of the following:
- Assessor observation
- Witness testimony
- Learner product
- Worksheets
- Assignments/projects/reports
- Record of oral and written questioning
- Learner and peer reports
- Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
CASS Strategy
Assessment for this qualification is through a portfolio of evidence. Focus Awards applies a risk-based approach to Centre Assessment Standards Scrutiny (CASS), including pre-delivery approval, annual standardisation, and regular external quality assurance (EQA) visits. Sample sizes are proportionate to centre risk, with enhanced scrutiny for new centres, inexperienced assessors, or where concerns are identified. Focus Awards ensures the validity and consistency of assessment decisions through proactive support, guidance, and intervention where necessary.
Grading
This qualification is graded on a ‘Pass’ / ‘Refer’ basis.
Progression Routes
Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:
- Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)
Qualification Structure
Learners must complete 4 mandatory units to achieve a total of 12 credits
Mandatory Units
Unit Title | Unit Reference | Level | Credit | GLH |
Communication and Professional Relationships with Children, Young People and Adults | F/601/3327 | 3 | 2 | 10 |
Schools as Organisations | A/601/3326 | 3 | 3 | 15 |
Understand Child and Young Person Development | L/601/1693 | 3 | 4 | 30 |
Understand How to Safeguard the Wellbeing of Children and Young People | Y/601/1695 | 3 | 3 | 25 |
Course Highlights
Payment Plan
Option 1: Full Payment
£800
Option 2: Instalment Plan
£300 deposit
2 Monthly Instalment of £250
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