OCR NVQ in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools – Level 3

The aim of this qualification is to recognise the skills and competences of candidates in the workplace. The qualification applies to anyone who provides direct support for teaching and learning in any type of school – primary, secondary, special or pupil-referral units.
The qualification covers the key activities carried out by staff supporting teaching and learning in schools under most of the circumstances they are likely to encounter. There are units that are suitable for cover supervision and pastoral support, as well as more provision for staff supporting inclusion.
Duration
Flexible
Course Content
To achieve this qualification, candidates must achieve 10 units made up of 6 mandatory units and 4 optional units with no more than 2 units taken from Group E:
Mandatory Units:
-      Help to keep children safe
-      Support pupils’ learning activities
-      Promote positive behaviour
-      Develop and promote positive relationships
-      Support the development and effectiveness of work teams
-      Reflect on and develop practice
There are 50 Optional Units to choose from, divided between the following areas:
Group A Supporting pupil’s learning
Group B Meeting additional support needs
Group C Providing pastoral support
Group D Supporting the wider work of the school
Group E Working with colleagues
For more information on this course, visit www.ocr.org.uk