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Level 2 Award / Certificate for Support Work in Schools (CACHE)

Who is it for?

School Support staff i.e. school administrator, receptionist, personal assistant, library assistant, data manager, technician, IT support worker, learning resource assistant, caretaker, site manager / assistant, mid-day supervisor, special educational needs assistant or a learning support assistant.

 

What entry qualifications do you need?

No formal entry qualifications needed.

 

What will you learn?

How to recognise and assess the skills that you have gained in your job as a school support worker and enhance our skills within your current job role.

 

How will you be assessed?

An approved assessor will visit you in your workplace to assess your practical work.  You will also need to submit a portfolio of evidence to show your knowledge and understanding of the award.

 

Will there be practical placements during the course?

The award / certificate is work-based, so you will need to be employed or working as a volunteer within a school setting.

 

How long do you have to complete the award?

You must complete the award within the registration period.  Your chosen Centre will be able to tell you this before you register.

 

What other qualifications can you do when you finish this award?

You will have the opportunity to move from a Level 2 qualification to higher level awards, e.g. CACHE Level 3 Certificate or NVQ3 in your chosen area.

 

Contact Angela Feltham for more details
angela.feltham@southglos.gov.uk
Tel:  01454 863271

 

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