T Level in Education and Early Years (Supporting Early Years)

Are you thinking about a future working in education? Do you want to work with children and young people of all ages? 

Our Level 3 T-Level in Education & Early Years will give you the foundation you need to set you on the path towards your ideal career.

Focussing on working with children aged 0-19, the T-Level qualification combines learning in the classroom with gaining vital ‘on-the-job’ experience.

In year one, you will gain core knowledge of subjects such as supporting education, health and wellbeing, safeguarding and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), as well as developing a range of technical and practical skills that employers are looking for.

The Early Years pathway focuses on working with children from birth to 5 years old in nurseries, preschools and reception classes. You will learn how to support young children's growth and development, plan educational activities, and meet their physical, emotional, and social needs. This pathway prepares you for roles within early years, gaining a license to practice and can provide a stepping stone to becoming a Primary School Teacher.

You'll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and English Language and in subjects that are relevant to the course you'd like to study.

You will be assessed through written and practical examinations, employer projects, group work, presentations and analysis. You will also be observed and assessed in the workplace.

If you wish to find out more you can contact Eleanor Ball (Curriculum Leader) by emailing: eleanor.ball@nscg.ac.uk

The course will help you boost your employment prospects by gaining extensive experience on a work placement in a real-world environment, which will enable you to access employment directly after completion of the course, or you could progress onto higher education to qualify in one of many different roles such as primary, secondary or further education teaching.

This course is free for anyone aged 16 – 18.

College Maintenance Allowance (CMA): Anyone with a gross household income under £30,000 can receive financial support to cover college related costs such as transport, meals, course equipment and uniform. Bursary support is based on individual circumstances and will be allocated to best suit your individual needs. A range of other financial support is available depending on your personal circumstances. For more details visit nscg.ac.uk/finance