NCFE Cache Level 3 Certificate in Supporting teaching and Learning 603/2498/3
                      Start Your Career as a Teaching Assistant with a Recognised
Qualification
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching
and Learning is a nationally recognised qualification for those who want to
work as Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, or SEN (Special
Educational Needs) Support Staff in schools and colleges.
This course develops the knowledge, skills, and practical
experience you need to support the educational, emotional, and developmental
needs of children and young people.
What You’ll Learn:
- You will cover the core skills required for success in an
educational setting, including:
- Safeguarding and Child Protection – Understand your
responsibilities and how to act appropriately.
- Child and Young Person Development – Support learners
through key stages of growth.
- Supporting Positive Behaviour – Apply strategies to
encourage constructive behaviour.
- Facilitating Learning Activities – Assist teachers in
delivering engaging lessons.
- Supporting English, Maths, and ICT – Help learners
strengthen essential academic sills.
- Building Professional Relationships – Communicate
effectively with staff, students, and families.
- Personal and Professional Development – Reflect on your role
and grow as a confident education professional.
Hands-On Experience:
- A mandatory placement in a school or college ensures you
can:
- Apply your learning in a real classroom setting.
- Gain insight into the daily role of a Teaching Assistant.
- Build confidence and practical skills that employers value.
Who Is This Course For?
- Aspiring Teaching Assistants or classroom support staff.
- Those already working in schools without a formal
qualification.
- Career changers looking to enter the education sector.
- Learners aiming to progress to advanced teaching support
roles.
Course Benefits:
- Nationally recognised Level 3 CACHE qualification.
- Blends theory with hands-on classroom practice.
- Flexible study with expert tutor support.
- Boosts employability and job readiness.
- Opens pathways to Level 4 qualifications or SEN specialisms.
Career Progression:
- With this qualification, you can apply for roles such as:
- Teaching Assistant
- Learning Support Assistant
- SEN Support Worker
- 
You will also be well-prepared for higher-level
study or specialist 
Ready to take the next step?
Start your journey towards a meaningful career in education.
Enrol today and become a confident, capable, and qualified Teaching Assistant!
                
                    Course requirements
                    
                       - Age & Education: Aged 16+ (often 18+ on some programmes) PC access and understanding of how to operate Word. 
-  Recommended Education: Level 2 qualification in English and/or Maths (or willingness to study them alongside the course)
- Work Placement: A minimum of 100 hours in a school or college setting is required for practical assessment
- Enhanced DBS Check: Mandatory to ensure suitability for working with children and young people
- Basic IT Skills: Access to a computer and internet connection for completing coursework and tutor communication
 
                 
                    In This Course, you will learn how to
                    
                       - Achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification, enhancing employability and career prospects
- Support learning activities in schools and colleges across different subjects and age groups
-  Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe and supportive learning environment
-  Apply safeguarding principles and follow correct procedures to protect children and young people
- Build professional relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents
 
                        
                    
                          Frequently Asked Questions
                             
                        
                          
            
            
                            
                            What is the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning??
                            
                             
                            It is a nationally recognised qualification designed to prepare you for work as a Teaching Assistant, providing essential knowledge and skills to support children and young people in schools and colleges..
                         
                        
                        
            
            
            
            
            
                            
                            Who is this course suitable for??
                            
                             
                            The course is ideal for anyone aged 16+ who wants to work or is already working as a Teaching Assistant or learning support assistant in an educational setting..
                         
                        
                        
            
            
            
            
            
                            
                            Do I need any prior qualifications to enrol??
                            
                             
                            While Level 2 qualifications or GCSEs in English and Maths are preferred, they are not always mandatory..
                         
                        
                        
            
            
            
            
            
                            
                            Is work experience or placement required??
                            
                             
                            Yes, you must complete a placement in a school or college to gain practical experience and apply your learning in real settings.