The Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is a Level 2 occupational qualification designed for learners who support teaching and learning in school environments. It focuses on developing the knowledge and understanding required to work effectively with children and young people as part of the school workforce. The qualification is listed under qualification reference number 601/7118/2 and has a total credit value of 30 credits.

The qualification covers essential areas of school-based learning support, including child and young person development, safeguarding, professional communication, equality, diversity and inclusion, relationships with children and young people, health and safety, positive behaviour, and supporting learning activities. These core areas provide learners with a structured understanding of the responsibilities and practices involved in supporting pupils within educational settings.

Learners complete mandatory units worth 24 credits and select 3 credits from Optional Group A and 3 credits from Optional Group B to achieve the full 30-credit qualification. Optional learning areas include supporting bilingual learners, preparing learning environments, assessment for learning, special educational needs, extracurricular activities, educational technology, examinations and other forms of pupil support.

Assessment is internally assessed through a portfolio of evidence. Evidence may include assignments, projects, reports, assessor observations, witness testimony, learner products, questioning and other appropriate assessment evidence.

The qualification provides a structured foundation for learners seeking to develop their knowledge of teaching and learning support and progress towards relevant Level 3 qualifications in the education and learning support sector.