The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is a recognised Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and is designed for individuals who want to work as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in a school or college. You don’t need any previous experience or qualifications.
This is a work-based learning qualification, and you will need to be working or volunteering in a classroom setting, supporting a teacher. We recommend at least one day or two half days over a minimum of 3 months, and you will need an expert witness and mentor to sign off your practical assignments.
We will provide you with a personal tutor and you will have access to an online platform to study from home and complete your assignments. On completion of this course, you will be a fully qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant. If you are already an experienced TA, then you may want to consider the Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
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For more information about eligibility and how to enrol in the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Qualification that we offer, visit the course specification section to follow.
Personal Tutor
Full support for the duration of your course
Fully Online
Everything you need to complete your course from home in your own time
Placement Required
You will need to be working in or volunteering in a classroom setting
Recognised Qualification
OFQUAL regulated Level 2 TA qualification under the awarding body TQUK
No Extra or Hidden Costs
We don’t charge for certificates, recruitment support or accessing our learners
Course Duration
Finish in 3 months or take 12 months, it’s down to you
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Step one:
You will need to purchase the course and you can either pay in full or instalments. Click here
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Step two:
Your personal tutor will be in touch via email to introduce themselves and get you registered.
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Step three:
You will work through your assignments online which will be marked by your tutor with feedback provided. There are no exams.
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Step four:
Once you have completed all the units, you will be awarded your certificate and you will be a fully qualified Level 2 TA.
LXP SKILLS LTD is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Social Money Limited t/a Payl8r who is authorised by the FCA under Ref. Number 675283. Credit is subject to creditworthiness and affordability assessments. Missed payments may affect your credit file, future borrowing and incur fees. Representative Example: £440.00 over 12 months at 2.50% fixed per month. Rep APR 65.5%. Monthly: £47.67. Total repayable: £572.04.
LXP SKILLS LTD is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Social Money Limited t/a Payl8r who is authorised by the FCA under Ref. Number 675283. Credit is subject to creditworthiness and affordability assessments. Missed payments may affect your credit file, future borrowing and incur fees. Representative Example: £440.00 over 12 months at 2.50% fixed per month. Rep APR 65.5%. Monthly: £47.67. Total repayable: £572.04.
This a distance learning qualification and recognised Level 2 TA qualification, here are the key course details.
How does the course work?
There are no exams to be taken during the course, you will work through your assignments which will be marked by your personal tutor. They are there to support you throughout the course and will be your main contact for any issues or questions that you may have. This will mainly be through email/online feedback, but you can schedule a call if you want to speak with them directly.
Once you have completed your course you will receive a hard copy and digital copy of your certificate. There are no additional fees for certificates except for replacement hard copies which will cost £30.
UNIT 1: Promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Educational Settings
This unit explores how to recognise, promote, and apply the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion when working with children and young people in schools.
UNIT 2: Building and Maintaining Professional Relationships with Children and Young People
Focuses on developing supportive, respectful, and professional relationships with children and young people in a school environment.
UNIT 3: Effective Communication and Professional Interaction with Children, Young People and Adults
Covers the skills and knowledge needed to communicate effectively and build positive, professional relationships within the school community.
UNIT 4: Understanding Child and Young Person Development
Provides insight into the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive stages of development in children and young people.
UNIT 5: Safeguarding and Protecting the Welfare of Children and Young People
Focuses on the responsibilities and practices involved in safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children and young people in educational settings.
UNIT 6: Encouraging Positive Behaviour in Children and Young People
This unit looks at strategies to support and promote positive behaviour, as well as approaches to managing challenging behaviour appropriately.
UNIT 7: Supporting Health and Safety in Educational Settings
Examines how to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children, young people, and staff within schools.
UNIT 8: Assisting with Learning Activities
Covers how to support teachers and pupils during structured learning activities, helping to meet educational objectives.
UNIT 9: Improving Personal and Team Practice in Schools
Emphasises the importance of self-reflection, professional development, and contributing effectively to team performance within the school.
UNIT 10: Understanding the Structure and Purpose of Schools
Provides knowledge of how schools function, including organisational structures, roles and responsibilities, and key educational policies.
UNIT 11: Preparing and Maintaining Effective Learning Environments
Covers best practices for setting up, maintaining, and contributing to safe, inclusive, and engaging learning spaces.
This qualification is open to learners aged 16 and over.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification; however, learners should possess literacy and numeracy skills at Level 2 or an equivalent standard and be actively employed or volunteering in a school setting where they can demonstrate both knowledge and practical skills. Access to a PC and Microsoft Word is essential.
Depending on their role or employer, learners may need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check—particularly if they are working with individuals covered by these safeguarding regulations (formerly known as the Criminal Records Bureau or CRB check).
It is the learner’s responsibility to consult their employer for guidance regarding any necessary checks.
Yes, you can use our finance partner Payl8r to spread the cost of your course up to 12 months. You will only receive your certificate once payment has been made in full.
Yes you will need to be working or volunteering in a classroom setting, such as a school or college. We recommend at least one day per week for a period of 3 months or more. We do not support students in finding a placement.
You will access our online learning platform, where you will find all the learning materials and resources. You will make your way through the assignments, which will be marked by your personal tutor. There is no need for any face-to-face learning or observations by us.
You will need a line manager as an expert witness to sign off on your evidence-based assignments.
You will have your own personal tutor for the duration of the course, you will be able to email them and arrange calls for further support. Even though this is a self study course you will have one to one support whenever you need it.
On Average learners take around 4-6 months to complete the course but some finish it sooner and others take longer. It really comes down to how much time you can put in. You will have 12 months to complete your course. We will be able to discuss an extension beyond 12 months and there may be admin fees applied to continue.
We have a 14 day full refund policy from the date you purchase your course. Once this period has ended course fees are payable in full.
