NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning
Develop essential skills to support teaching and learning environments with this NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award, enhancing classroom assistance, communication, safeguarding awareness, and professional confidence for educational support roles successfully.
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning
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Overview
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning is an Ofqual-regulated qualification designed for individuals who want to start a career as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in schools and colleges. This recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant course provides essential knowledge of child development, safeguarding, communication, and supporting learning in educational settings.
Ideal for aspiring Teaching Assistants, SEN Support staff, parents returning to work, and career changers, the course helps learners build a strong foundation for working with children and young people. Unlike some other teaching assistant qualifications, no school placement or employment is required to complete this course, making it suitable for beginners.
The Qualification At A Glance:
- Qualification title: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Qualification number (QN): 603/2495/8
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 120 hours
- Total Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 80 hours
- Total Credit Value: 12
- Minimum Age Requirement: 16+
- Assessment & Grading:Achieved / Not Yet Achieved
Placement Requirement
- No work placement required
- This is a knowledge-only qualification suitable for beginners
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Start your journey towards a rewarding career in education support and teaching assistance today.
The course was audited and updated on: 18th May, 2026
Guided Learning Hours (GLH) & Total Qualification Time (TQT)
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning consists of:
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 120 Hours
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 80 Hours
- Credit Value: 12 Credits
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 80 Hours
These are the hours spent under tutor guidance or structured learning support. This may include online tutorials, assignment guidance, feedback sessions, and directed learning activities.
Independent Study: 40 Hours
These are the estimated hours learners spend completing independent reading, research, coursework preparation, and assignment activities outside guided sessions.
Note: Actual completion times may vary depending on prior experience, study pace, and individual learning style.
Accreditation & Certification
It is important to understand the roles of the organisations involved in your studies:
This qualification is awarded by NCFE CACHE, an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation responsible for setting qualification standards and issuing certificates.
One Education delivers the course through flexible online learning, providing study materials, tutor support, assessment guidance, and learner assistance throughout your studies.
Method Of Assessment
There are no formal examinations for this qualification. The course is assessed through internally assessed assignments designed to evaluate your understanding of the qualification content in practical and academic contexts.
How Assessment Works
Unit-Based Assignments
Learners complete written assignments for each mandatory unit, demonstrating understanding of the key learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Tutor Support & Feedback
Experienced tutors assess your work and provide detailed feedback to help improve your understanding and assignment performance.
Assessment Methods May Include:
- Written assignments
- Reflective tasks
- Case study analysis
- Professional discussions
- Research activities
- Evidence portfolios
This flexible assessment approach allows learners to study at their own pace while developing practical understanding relevant to school and college environments.
Qualification Structure
To achieve the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning, learners must complete 4 mandatory units.
The qualification covers 4 Key Units:
- Schools and colleges as organisations
- Understanding child and young person development
- Safeguarding children and young people
- Professional communication and relationships in educational settings
These units provide the underpinning knowledge required to support teaching and learning effectively within schools and colleges.
Entry Requirements
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above. There are no formal academic entry requirements; however, learners should have a reasonable level of literacy and communication skills to complete written assignments successfully.
Learners whose first language is not English should ideally have English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.0 or above.
Career Path & Progression
This NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning opens the door to a range of roles within the education sector. On completion, learners can pursue opportunities such as
- Teaching Assistant,
- Learning Support Assistant,
- Education Professional,
- Education and Training Officer.
The qualification also provides a strong foundation for further study and career development, acting as a stepping stone into advanced teaching assistant qualifications, specialist support roles, and wider education and training pathways.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. You do not need to be employed or on placement in a school to enrol on the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning. This makes it ideal for beginners, career changers, or anyone preparing to enter the education sector.
You will complete written assignments for each unit as part of your assessment. These may include reflective tasks, case studies, and short written responses. All work is submitted online and assessed by a qualified tutor who provides feedback and guidance throughout your study.
Yes. The qualification is regulated by Ofqual and awarded by NCFE CACHE, making it widely recognised by schools, academies, and education providers across the UK. It is a respected entry-level qualification for teaching assistant and learning support roles.
The Level 3 Award is equivalent to an A-Level standard qualification in the UK. It sits at Level 3 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and provides a strong foundation for further study or entry into education-based roles.
To become a qualified teacher in the UK, you typically need a degree followed by a recognised teacher training route such as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) or School Direct programme. This Level 3 Award can be an excellent starting point, helping you gain experience and progress toward higher qualifications in education.
Course Curriculum
| Induction Form | |||
| Induction Form | 00:05:00 | ||
| Registration Entry Form | |||
| Registration Entry Form | 00:05:00 | ||
| Qualification Specification | |||
| Qualification Specification | 00:00:00 | ||
| STL3C1: Schools and Colleges as Organisations (T/616/5878) | |||
| Support Materials | |||
| 1. The Structure of Education from Early Years to Post-compulsory Education | 00:00:00 | ||
| 2. How Schools are Organised in Terms of Roles and Responsibilities | 00:00:00 | ||
| 3. Teamwork in Schools and Colleges | 00:00:00 | ||
| 4. Ethos, Mission, Aims and Values of a School | 00:00:00 | ||
| 5. The Purpose of School Policies and Procedures | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Schools and Colleges as Organisations (T 616 5878) | 00:00:00 | ||
| STL3C2: Support Health and Safety in a Learning Environment (A/616/5879) | |||
| Support Materials | |||
| Legislation in Relation to Health and Safety | 00:00:00 | ||
| Helping Children and Young People Identify and Manage Risk | 00:00:00 | ||
| Identify and Manage Workplace Health and Safety | 00:00:00 | ||
| Monitoring Health and Safety | 00:00:00 | ||
| Policies, Procedures, and Legislation | 00:00:00 | ||
| Responsibilities and Accountabilities in the Administration of Medication | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Support Health and Safety in a Learning Environment (A 616 5879) | 00:00:00 | ||
| STL3C3: Understand How to Safeguard Children and Young People (M/616/5880) | |||
| Support Materials | |||
| Legislation, Guidelines, Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding Children and Young People | 00:00:00 | ||
| A Person-Centred Approach | 00:00:00 | ||
| Child Abuse Indicators | 00:00:00 | ||
| Concept of Bullying | 00:00:00 | ||
| Current Legislation and National Guidelines for Safeguarding | 00:00:00 | ||
| Develop Self-esteem and Self-confidence | 00:00:00 | ||
| Ensuring Children and Young People’s Protection | 00:00:00 | ||
| Partnership Working and Safeguarding | 00:00:00 | ||
| Resilience | 00:00:00 | ||
| Responding to Children and Young People’s Abuse | 00:00:00 | ||
| Roles and Responsibilities of Different Organisations | 00:00:00 | ||
| Safeguard Children and Young People | 00:00:00 | ||
| Serious Case Reviews | 00:00:00 | ||
| Signs of Possible Mental Health Concerns | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Understand How to Safeguard Children and Young People (M 616 5880) | 00:00:00 | ||
| STL3C5: Understand How Children and Young People Develop (A/616/5882) | |||
| Support Materials | |||
| 1. Different Aspects of Development From Birth to Adulthood | 00:00:00 | ||
| 2. Biological and External Factors That Affect Child Development | 00:00:00 | ||
| 3. Theories of Development and Frameworks to Support Development | 00:00:00 | ||
| 4. Monitoring and Assessing Children | 00:00:00 | ||
| 5. Barriers to the Development of Children and Young People | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment: Understand How Children and Young People Develop | 00:00:00 | ||
| STL3D14: Understand How to Support Learning of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (A/616/5977) | |||
| Support Materials | |||
| 1. Inclusive Practice and Requirements of Current Legislation | 00:00:00 | ||
| 2. Special Educational Needs and Disabilities | 00:00:00 | ||
| 3. Provision, Assessment and Intervention Frameworks for Children with SEND | 00:00:00 | ||
| 4. Early Intervention, Recognition and Barriers to Participation | 00:00:00 | ||
| 5. Observe and Identify the Needs, Capabilities and Interests of Children with SEND | 00:00:00 | ||
| 6. Roles and Responsibilities of Specialist | 00:00:00 | ||
| 7. Cognitive Skills and Learning Difficulties | 00:00:00 | ||
| 8. Affects of Upbringing and Physical and Emotional Health of Children and Young People | 00:00:00 | ||
| 9. Mental Health Problems in Children and Young People | 00:00:00 | ||
| 10. Identify and Set Behaviour Goals and Bounderies | 00:00:00 | ||
| 11. Building Self-esteem and Self-reliance | 00:00:00 | ||
| 12. Effect of Disability and Assisstive Teachnology on Children with SEND | 00:00:00 | ||
| 13. Strategies to Support Children’s Learning and Development | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment Submission Guideline | |||
| Assignment Submission Guideline | 00:00:00 | ||
| Explanation of Terms | |||
| Explanation of Terms | 00:00:00 | ||
| Submit Your Assignments - NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning | |||
| Submit Your Assignments – NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning | 00:00:00 | ||
| End of Course Questionnaire | |||
| End of Course Questionnaire | 00:00:00 | ||
