The Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) is an Ofqual-regulated occupational qualification designed for learners who want to develop professional knowledge for supporting teaching, learning and pupil development in school environments. The qualification is particularly relevant to members of the school workforce who work directly with children and young people.

The qualification develops a broad understanding of effective educational support, including communication and professional relationships, school organisation, learning activities, positive behaviour, equality, diversity and inclusion, assessment for learning, personal development, health and safety, child and young person development, and safeguarding. These subject areas help learners understand how effective support contributes to inclusive, safe and productive learning environments.

Assessment for the qualification is assignment-based, enabling learners to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and application of the required learning outcomes and assessment criteria through structured written assignments. This approach allows learners to explore school-based support practices and demonstrate their understanding of relevant educational principles.

For UK learners, the qualification provides structured knowledge relevant to school-based learning support. International learners can also develop transferable understanding of educational support practices, although local employment, recognition and regulatory requirements should be considered separately. The qualification may also support progression into relevant teaching, learning support, education and child-focused qualifications, subject to the entry requirements of the receiving institution.

Develop professional school support knowledge and advance towards rewarding teaching and learning support opportunities with this recognised qualification.