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Introduction to Supporting Teaching & Learning

Start your career journey as a Teaching Assistant with this introductory Tailored Learning Programme

Learning Programme – Introduction to Childcare

The Introduction to Supporting Teaching and Learning Tailored Learning Programme is designed for individuals who are considering a role in education and want to explore what it’s really like to support learning in a school environment.

This programme provides a gentle, supportive introduction to the teaching assistant role, helping learners build confidence, develop essential skills, and understand how classrooms work. It is ideal for those with little or no previous experience, or for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of education before progressing to a formal qualification.

Throughout the programme, learners will develop key skills such as communication, teamwork, classroom awareness, and supporting children’s learning and behaviour, giving learners the confidence to take their next steps into education, volunteering, or further study.

This course is particularly suited to:

  • Aspiring teaching assistants
  • Parents or carers interested in working in schools
  • Individuals returning to work or education
  • Learners exploring progression into Level 2 or Level 3 education qualifications

By the end of the programme, learners will have a clearer understanding of the teaching assistant role and feel more prepared to progress into employment, volunteering, or further training within education.

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Introduction to Supporting Teaching & Learning

  • November 9, 2026
  • November 12, 2026
  • Gloucestershire (Online)
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Qualification Overview
  • Welcome & Introduction to the Teaching Assistant Programme
  • Safeguarding Children
  • Fundamental British Values
  • The Prevent Duty
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Child and Young Person Development 0-19 Years
  • Promoting Positive Behaviour
  • Supporting Learning Activities
  • Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Education
  • Allergy Awareness in Schools
  • Recognising and Supporting Children with SEND
  • Supporting Students with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
FUNDING CRITERIA

This course is fully funded through Gloucestershire Adult Education and is available free of charge to eligible learners.

To be eligible, learners must:

  • Be aged 19 or over on 31 August 2026.
  • Live in Gloucestershire.
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK.
  • Meet the residency requirements for publicly funded adult education.
  • Be able to benefit from the learning programme.

Our team will check eligibility and provide Information, Advice and Guidance before enrolment.

Progression opportunities

Learners can access up to 4 First Steps programmes as part of a planned learning journey. For example, a learner may complete:

Introduction to Supporting Teaching and Learning → Introduction to SEND Support → Introduction to Health & Social Care → Preparing to Learn

Each course helps learners build confidence, develop new skills and make informed decisions about future career and learning pathways.

You can progress into a Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools, and Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching & Learning.

The programme also includes a guaranteed job interview with one of our partner employers.

Qualification Reference Number (QRN)

N/A

Total qualification time (TQT):

24

Guided learning hours (GLH)

24

Accreditation

N/A

Mode of Delivery

Online

Entry requirements:

  • Be aged 19 or over on 31 August 2026.
  • Live in England (please check if funding is available in your area).
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK.
  • Meet the residency requirements for publicly funded adult education.
  • Be able to benefit from the learning programme.

Mandatory Units

14 Modules

Assessment

Online Interactive quiz

Real Work Environment (RWE)

Not required