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Skills Bootcamp in Supporting Teaching & Learning

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L2 Skills Bootcamp in Supporting Teaching & Learning

The Skills Bootcamp in Supporting Teaching & Learning is a Government funded, Level 2 programme designed to equip adult learners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to work directly with children and young people across primary, secondary, and special schools, as well as colleges. It provides a robust foundation in supporting learning, promoting positive behaviour, and fostering inclusive classroom environments.

Learners gain hands-on experience through practical placements, enabling them to demonstrate competence in real workplace settings and apply theory to practice. The programme features a fast-track interview process, including opportunities for roles within local schools and colleges.
This fully funded Skills Bootcamp is available to individual learners—whether you are employed, unemployed, or self-employed—at no cost. It’s an excellent opportunity to gain the skills, practical experience, and direct access to employment opportunities in the Education sector.
The programme is also available to schools and colleges looking to upskill their staff. Employers can train their staff members at a fraction of the usual cost, contributing just 10% of the total course fee if they are an SME, or 30% for larger organisations. This represents outstanding value—roughly equivalent to the cost of a standard first aid course—while providing a comprehensive professional development programme designed to build expertise in supporting children in a classroom environment.
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Qualification Overview
The Skills Bootcamp blends live virtual classrooms (3 days per week) with in-person support and workshops, creating an engaging, practical learning experience led by experienced educators.

This comprehensive programme includes Paediatric First Aid, FAA accredited and delivered in person — a valuable skill for those wishing to work with children. The course prepares learners for real-world scenarios in schools and lays a strong foundation for career progression.

The programme also includes an Employability Workshop delivered by a professional recruiter from Worldwide Education Recruitment, covering CV writing, interview techniques, and mock interviews to help learners prepare for real job opportunities.

Module

Accreditation / Qualification / Unit reference

GLH

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Ncfe CACHE

 603/2476/4

Specification

225

Paediatric First Aid

FAA Nuco, 603/0911/8

12

Employability Skills

Bespoke workshop

6

Total

 

243

By the end of the programme, learners will be able to:

  1. Understand schools and colleges as organisations
  2. Understand children and young people’s development
  3. Understand Safeguarding children and young people
  4. Understand Equality, diversity and inclusion in a learning environment for children and young people
  5. Maintain relationships with children and young people
  6. Support the health and safety of children and young people
  7. Support positive behaviour in a learning environment for children and young people
  8. Contribute to teamwork in a learning environment
  9. Understand children and young people’s play and leisure
  10. Promote an effective learning environment
  11. Respond appropriately to paediatric first aid situations.
  12. Respond appropriately to mental health first aid situations.
  13. Prepare CVs and practise for interviews effectively.
  14. Understand vetting and compliance requirements in education recruitment.
FUNDING CRITERIA
UK Government

Funded by local Councils and supported by the DWP, this Skills Bootcamp is completely free for eligible learners and offers a clear route into employment or apprenticeships.

Please contact the office to enquire about funding available in your area.

Progression opportunities

The programme includes a fast-track interview for local TA positions, enabling learners to quickly transition from training to employment.

Planned Programme Outcomes

  • Progression to employment within Buckinghamshire’s schools and colleges in teaching assistant or classroom support roles (minimum 12 weeks, full- or part-time).
  • Progression to Apprenticeship, particularly the Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship.
EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT
Qualification Reference Number (QRN)

603/2476/4

Total qualification time (TQT):

14 weeks

Guided learning hours (GLH)

243

Accreditation

Ncfe CACHE

Mode of Delivery

Blended

Entry requirements:

– Aged 19+
– Level 2 English or equivalent
– Have Right to Work in UK

Mandatory Units

Please refer to the course specification

Assessment

Portfolio of Evidence
Practical Demonstration

Real Work Environment (RWE)

Learners will need to be working or on a practical placement for the duration of the course in a learning environment (school or college), as they need to show competence in both skills and knowledge.