Support Work in Schools & Colleges Level 2 Award

This qualification is an introduction to the knowledge and understanding needed to work in a school or college environment. It can be applied to the many varied roles that full and part-time support staff may fulfil including administration, site support, technical support and volunteers, as well as roles that work directly with children and young people in the learning environment.

The qualification is aimed at a range of learners including young people and mature learners. The course starts on weeks commencing: 16/09/2024 & 04/03/2025. Entry requirements:, You must be 16 or over, and able to evidence an English qualification at Level 1 or above, as this course requires a good level of English. You need to have basic ICT skills to complete the electronic portfolio; if you require some help with your IT skills, please let us know. You may also complete an employability course, which will support your progression.

After successful completion, you may wish to progress on to the full Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools & Colleges Level 2 Certificate course, you will be assessed in the workplace, you are expected to remain in the same childcare setting (on a voluntary/paid basis) for a minimum of 14 hours per week, for the length of the course. We will obtain a reference from your employer prior to you starting on the course.