Teaching and Learning Support

The FdA in Teaching & Learning Support prepares students to work in schools with children in key stages 1 and 2 (children in years 1-6). Students examine policy, research and practice in childhood education in order to inform and develop their ability to support teaching and learning. Classes are offered at two locations: Peter Symonds College Adult & HE Campus in Winchester or Queen's Park Academy in Bournemouth. Attendance is one day a week (1.30-7.30pm), allowing students to continue working alongside study.

This programme is quality assured by Middlesex University and you will receive a Middlesex award on successful completion.

What Will I Study?
Students on this course will examine policy, research and practice in childhood education, provision and care.

Year 1 modules:

Developing and enhancing academic skills
Supporting curriculum delivery
Developing education and pedagogical approaches
Research skills
Teaching and professionalism
Year 2 modules:

Assessment in the curriculum
Safeguarding, working with families and professionals
Social pedagogy
SEND and inclusive education
Educational ethics and methodologies
Understanding and managing behaviour
You should expect to complete a minimum of least 4 or 5 hours additional work outside attendance at college per week. If you are working, relevant additional work may naturally occur in your workplace.