Who is this course for? Newly qualified teachers, teaching assistants, learning support assistants What will be covered? learning and progress working memory & long-term memory how we learn strategies for making sure pupils learn using assessment effectively feedback and progress using prompt, structure interventions
This workshop outlines strategies for making sure that learning takes place and that pupils in non-association independent schools make progress in the limited time they have.
***Note: Offer is Valid for the First 20 Learners Only*** Get Noticed By Recruiters in this Hiring Season by Developing Your Skills! Make a strong base as a teaching assistant and bright enough your education and training proficiency through a certified Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Qualifications. This Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) course is awarded by an established Ofqual-regulated Awarding Organisation named Focus Awards Limited, which ensures you've demonstrated the requisite competency and this competence is acknowledged. It will provide you with essential skills that allow you to start or succeed in a successful teaching career. This most engaging Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) course assures both professional and certified qualifications for you. With the special course materials that are online and accessible 24/7 from anywhere in the globe, you will be able to master the A-Z of education and training. The contents are designed to equip you with a fundamental and advanced understanding of all aspects of teaching and management, such as communication, relationship building, decision-making processes, innovation, and much more! It will also provide you with a prestigious acknowledgement that allows you to start or succeed in a successful teaching career. Enrol now and be the top-notch teaching professional!!! Why is this Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)Perfect for You? Change Your Career: Join today and make a life-changing decision, get all the essential knowledge to transform your career. Advance Your Career: With our Regulated qualification, you can move up to the next level in your organisation with expertise. Upgrade Your Skills: Add value to your current educational profile and gain the skill sets to compete in your job role. Enhance Your Credibility: The Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Course is Ofqual, UK Govt. Regulated and Awarded by Focus Awards which adds value to your educational profile Cost Efficient: In most cases, British qualification starts from £3000 per annum, but with Apex Learning, you enjoy savings of up to 80% on your educational investment. 100% Money-Back Guarantee: We are confident about our course quality and want to provide the best service to our invaluable learners. That's why we provide 14 days Unconditional Full Money-Back Guarantee with this course to ensure a hassle-free purchase. Benefits you will gain from this Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) course : Premium quality, intensive e-learning course materials Find a well-defined website for teaching 24/7 teacher assistance Step-by-step guidelines Budget-friendly price Earned recognition from the Uk's top awarding bodies Study in a user-friendly, advanced student portal Convenient and Flexible time limit Qualification Summary Qualification type: Focus Awards Level 4 Award Qualification title: Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Accreditation status: Accredited Level: 4 Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 87 Total Qualification Time (TQT): 360 Qualification number (QN): 601/8533/8 Course Curriculum Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) course comprises seven mandatory units. These are as follows: Awareness of special educational needs Child development and welfare Curriculum planning, delivery and assessment Developing skills to promote positive working relationships Promoting positive behaviour in children and young people Providing support for individual learners and small groups Understand the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role ****Qualification Curriculum**** **Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF)** Unit 1: Understand the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role Unit 2: Child development and welfare Unit 3: Awareness of special educational needs Unit 4: Promoting Positive Behaviour in Children and Young People Unit 5: Providing support for individual learners and small groups Unit 6: Developing skills to promote positive working relationships Unit 7: Curriculum planning, delivery and assessment Learning Outcomes What skills will I gain from this Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Course? Inclusive Teaching and Learning Teaching, Learning and Assessment Approaches Providing opportunities for English, Maths, ICT and Wider Skills Theories of Learning Communication Induction, Icebreakers and Ground Rules Creating a Scheme of Work Devising an Inclusive Teaching and Learning Plan (Session Plan) Understand the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role Self-Evaluation and Continuing Professional Development Learning Duration Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Total Qualification Time It is an estimate of the total amount of time anticipated that a learner would spend to demonstrate mastery of all learning outcomes to achieve the award of the qualification. The whole qualification time is defined as GLH and an estimate of the time a learner will devote to preparation, study, and assessment. It does not underlie supervision by a lecturer, supervisor, or tutor. In the case of qualification, the credit value is defined by TQT, and one credit corresponds to ten hours of learning. Guided Learning Hours for this qualification is 87. Total Qualification Time for this qualification is 360 hours. The total credit value for this qualification is 36 Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Guided Learning Hours These hours comprise all real-time contact time, hours of lectures or tutorial or supervision of a learner, tutor, trainer or other education providers. Progression Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocational Related Achievement Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Level 4 Award in Learning and Development Level 4 Diploma in Learning and Development Method of Assessment: Unit 1: In Unit 1, you need to complete a variety of writing assignments Unit 2: In Unit 2, there should be an assessment taken in the workplace, primarily evaluating learners' work, professional discussions with audio-video evidence Unit 3: In Unit 3, you will be demonstrated through your delivered work items and audio-video evidence after evaluating learners in a training context. Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) Video Assessment You have to plan many things, such as observation, questioning/ professional discussion, and inspection of supporting work products evidence. Detailed assignment instructions will be made available to you in the 'Guidance for Achieving the Unit' section of your learning portal with a careful and clear explanation. You have to submit all your assignments via the online portal Certification Successful candidates will be awarded a Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) from Focus Awards Limited. Who is this course for? You will have the ability to accomplish a lot of things with this course certificate. Here are just a few examples: Primary School Teacher Secondary School Teacher Private Tutor Freelance Teacher/ Trainer Consultant Job hunters & School leavers Educational Psychologist Office clerk & Administration Assistant College or University Student Requirements The Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (RQF) course does not have any specific entry requirements for students. However, you must be at least 16 years old or above to register and undergo an initial assessment. Since it is a level 3 qualification, you must pass the minimum 1st level of the literacy assessment Career path You will have the ability to accomplish a lot of things with this course certificate. Here are just a few examples: Primary School Teacher Secondary School Teacher Private Tutor Freelance Teacher/ Trainer Consultant Job hunters & School leavers Educational Psychologist Office clerk & Administration Assistant College or University Student
The Powerboat Instructor course aims to provide candidates with the necessary skills and knowledge required to instruct the RYA National Powerboat Scheme in a safe and effective way. The course duration is 3 days and comprises both practical and theoretical training scenarios where candidates are expected to deliver short training sessions. These sessions aim to develop the candidates personal skills and teaching ability in the safety of the training environment. The course does focus on teaching you how to instruct. You will learn effective methods of instructing and coaching, how to debrief, and how to structure the courses. We do revise the skills you will need to teach, but you will need to be proficient on a power boat to do this course. All potential Powerboat Instructors are required to complete a 1 day pre-assessment course to assess your personal boat handling skills. This assessment must be completed within the 3 months prior to the commencement of your Powerboat Instructor course. Course Pre-Requisites To do this course you will need to have completed Pre-Assessment. You will also need the following certificates: Valid First Aid Certificate, RYA Powerboat Level 2, RYA VHF Short Range Certificate. You will need to have 5 years powerboating experiencing (or one season full time). The minimum age of this course is 16 years old. Ideally you will have a familiarity with a range of craft giving you a wide range of knowledge of powerboats. Your theory knowledge should be at RYA Day Skipper Theory level, and we would recommend holding the certificate. RYA Instructor Training At Torbay Sea School we have trained many RYA Instructors who have gone on to instruct with us, other RYA training centres or as freelance instructors. During the course of your general RYA training you will have gained all the skills necessary to sail, motor or power boat with confidence to a high standard. The following courses consolidate all those skills and give you the tools required to instruct others to gain their RYA qualifications. You will be able to utilise our Instructors experience and our boats/equipment to feel at ease with instructing others.
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) qualification is a level 3 Award in Education & Training AET(former PTLLS) which has been regulated by the UK's Govt. and awarded by Focus, the UK's fastest-growing awarding organisation. Focus is a well-established awarding organisation governed by OFQUAL, ensuring professionalism and appreciation of the qualifications.
Join us for the latest Maldon Business Breakfast, where organisations in the VCSE sector and town and parish councils are invited to come together to share ideas, opportunities, and hear updates that shape our district's future. This event will focus on the number of funding opportunities that the Council supports, including the “Where Quality Of Life Matters” Grant Scheme – an exciting new funding opportunity from Maldon District Council. The scheme is offering grants of £1,000 to £10,000 to help bring your community projects and growth plans to life. Whether you're looking to launch a new service, improve community spaces, invest in green technology, or bring people together, this is your chance to find out how the Council can support your work. ✨Wednesday 27th August 2025 ⏰ 9:00am – 11:00am 📍 Maldon & Tiptree F.C, The Drewitt-Barlow Stadium, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ What to Expect: Overview of the Grant Scheme – what it funds, who can apply, when you can apply and how to align with Council priorities Expert Tips from Phil Ashford – learn how to craft compelling applications and showcase your project’s impact Networking with Local Leaders – connect with councils, educators, and community organisations from across Maldon District This session is ideal for: Voluntary and community groups Registered charities and social enterprises Town and Parish Councils Local education providers Discover how to access funding and support that helps grow not only your organisation, but the wider Maldon community. Spaces are limited, so reserve your place now and see how you can be a part of the shaping a vibrant and inclusive Maldon District. Please note: This grant is only available to organisations based in or primarily serving the residents of the Maldon District
Time Management and Productivity Effective time management reduces stress and helps you better adhere to commitments. This course is designed to help you identify personal and organizational priorities and gain better control of where you focus your attention. You will explore the importance of planning and organizing, and you will practice sorting through and setting priorities. You will also learn how to set better time boundaries and manage the demands of others. Working with a time management framework, you will use a set of practical techniques to organize and manage your work to better deliver on your commitments. Techniques for overcoming procrastination will be addressed, as well as strategies for dealing with information overload. What you Will Learn Plan and prioritize each day's activities in a more efficient, productive manner Establish strategies to execute priorities and overcome procrastination Understand how to make trade-offs when faced with fire drills How to set and communicate boundary conditions Getting Started Introductions Course orientation Participants' expectations Foundation Concepts Exercise: A day in your life Resources to implement change Mind-set Tool-set Skill-set What is your time really worth? The dynamics of procrastination The myth of multi-tasking Brain Rules - how to optimize your efficiency Organization and Prioritization Time management best practices Goal setting Exercise: Identifying your priorities The importance of organization Time management framework Prioritizing time Time Management Techniques Tips for managing time Nine ways to overcome procrastination The STING technique Managing your time o Handling unplanned urgencies o Dealing with information overload Delegation and managing others' time Creating your personal action plan Summary Course summary and next steps Applying what you have learned
Microsoft® Project White Belt® 2016 This workshop serves as an introduction to the interface and features of Microsoft® Project. This workshop serves as an introduction to the interface and features of Microsoft® Project. It is kept up to date with the framework outlined by Project Management Institute's A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide). This course will be led by an IIL-certified instructor who will outline the benefits of Microsoft Project, provide tips on using various features and common shortcuts, recommend guidelines, and discuss the application of scheduling concepts to manage project work. What you Will Learn You'll learn how to: Define key scheduling concepts and terms Effectively navigate the user interface and interpret common views Configure essential elements of a new schedule Enter and modify a task list Set dependencies between tasks Create a basic resource list and generate assignments Format targeted areas of the Gantt Chart view Prepare the schedule for printing Getting Started Introductions Course objectives Course outline Navigating the User Interface and Views The ribbon The Quick Access Toolbar General and display options Major elements on the Project screen The Gantt chart, calendar, and network diagram views The help Setting up a New Schedule New schedules from blank, templates or other files The project starting date and forward scheduling The project standard calendar and exception days Entering, Modifying, and Outlining Task Data Task entering options and edition Unscheduled tasks Duration estimates for a single task or multiple tasks Tasks organization Multi-level outline Notes to detail tasks Creating Dependencies by Setting Links The critical path Critical path calculation in Project Dynamic schedules and dependencies Link tasks in Project Displaying the critical path Entering and Assigning Resources Resource planning Resource list Resource assignments Formatting Gantt Chart View Format options for text and Gantt charts Print options
Estimating for Business Analysts: In-House Training A business analyst does not have authority to estimate the project and will not be held responsible for the project staying within the proposed budget; however, the business analyst does participate in various planning exercises with the project team. Many times the business analyst is on his or her own, required to provide estimates of how long it will take to perform their tasks. This course acquaints you with the basics of estimating from the point of view of the business analyst, emphasizing time estimates for the work. It also covers some of the product cost estimates that a business analyst may have to provide when the business is performing a cost/benefit analysis for the project. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Translate business needs and requirements into estimates Estimate durations using a variety of techniques Negotiate differences in estimates Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Foundation Concepts The importance of estimating to a business analyst The good and bad of estimating The project context The meaning of good estimating Focuses of estimating Characteristics of a good estimate Estimating the Time Requirements Applicable BABOK® Knowledge Areas Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring Elicitation and Collaboration Estimating the elicitation Information Gathering Plan Relative times for elicitation activities Planning and estimating the business analysis approach and activities Planning the business analysis activities Impact of process Estimating the Product Estimating the value of the product Business analyst's role Defining and determining value Function and use case points Agile estimating Planning Poker Other agile estimating techniques Negotiating estimates Negotiation techniques Negotiation approaches Summary What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environment?
Writing Clear Business Communication: In-House Training This program is about learning about the writing process and covers the full spectrum of documents used when corresponding in the workplace. The ability to write effectively comes naturally to some people, but for the vast majority, it is a task often approached with a mixture of trepidation and dread. Effective writing seldom, if ever, 'magically materializes' on the spot. In reality, it is most often the product of planning, writing, and rewriting. This is why writing is called a process; it must go through a series of steps before it is clear and complete. This program is about learning about the writing process and covers the full spectrum of documents used when corresponding in the workplace. The ability to write effectively comes naturally to some people, but for the vast majority, it is a task often approached with a mixture of trepidation and dread. However, the ability to communicate in the written word, for whatever purpose, is an important part of our working and personal lives and can have a direct impact on our ability to persuade, gain commitment or agreement and enhance understanding. Good writing sounds like talking on paper, which is why this program is focused on getting the message across and achieving the desired results using the 'keep it simple and direct' approach. What you Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Write effective e-mails, letters, memos, and reports Clearly articulate the message Achieve desired results from correspondence Organize content for maximum impact Format for enhanced understanding Choose the appropriate communication medium for each document Revise documents to increase clarity and impact Foundations Concepts Business writing as a form of professional communication How business writing compares to other forms of writing Characteristics of good business writing Challenges with business writing The Project Environment Business writing in the project environment The concept of art, science, and optics of business writing Art Economy Precision Action Music Personality Science Purpose, simple, compound, and complex sentence structures Techniques to engage the reader Point of view: tone, attitude, and humor Organization: opening, body, and closing Support and coherence Optics Visual optics Sound optics Feel optics Effective optics Efficient optics Email Formal vs. informal emails Suggestions for improving email communication Instant and text messaging Reports Common types of reports created Formatting of reports Guidelines for meeting minutes Contracts Types of contracts Common agreements Procurement documents Templates, Forms, and Checklists Templates Forms Checklists Other Formatting Good Documentation Practices Good documentation practices Data integrity in business communication