The STL NVQs are for those supporting teaching and learning in any type of school; primary (including foundation stage); secondary; special; pupil referral units. They cover the role of teaching assistants but have been broadened in scope to include new roles and responsibilities such as:
- cover supervisio
- pastoral support
- bilingual support
- subject support
- special educational needs and additional support
Course Aims:
The Level 2 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools could be used by volunteer workers within the school, provided they cover a sufficient breadth of responsibilities for supporting teaching and learning.
Progression:
Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for individuals wishing to take these NVQs. However, assessors should ensure candidates have the potential and opportunity to provide evidence for the qualification or unit(s) as applicable.
Candidates should be made aware of the Government’s agenda for all those who embark on a programme of study to have a level of proficiency in English, Maths and Information Communication Technology (ICT). It is recommended that they should achieve a level 2 in these subjects by the end of their qualification, if they do not have it when they started.
Duration Delivery and Content:
There will be some lectures and workshops; however the emphasis is on assessment in the workplace. An assessor is appointed to work with the individuals, guide them through the procedures and assess their skills in the workplace.
The qualification is made up of seven units in total; five are mandatory units and then two optional units chosen to best suit the responsibilities required for the job role.
Mandatory units (5 units)
- STL1 Provide support for learning activitie
- STL2 Support children’s development (CCLD 203)
- STL3 Help to keep children safe (CCLD 202)
- STL4 Contribute to positive relationships (CCLD 201)
- STL5 Provide effective support for your colleagues
Optional units (select 2 units)
- STL6 Support literacy and numeracy activities
- STL7 Support the use of information and communication technology for teaching and learning
- STL8 Use information and communication technology to support pupils’ learning
- STL9 Observe and report on pupil performance
- STL10 Support children’s play and learning (CCLD 206)
- STL11 Contribute to supporting bilingual/multilingual pupils
- STL12 Support a child with disabilities or special educational needs (CCLD 209)
- STL13 Contribute to moving and handling individuals (HSC223)
- STL14 Support individuals during therapy sessions (HSC212)
- STL15 Support children and young people’s play (PW2)
- STL16 Provide displays (IL 3/10)
- STL17 Invigilate tests and examinations
