T-Levels are a new type of technical course.

Equivalent to three A Levels, a T Level combines study with a substantial industry placement, enabling students to gain the skills and experience they need to progress into work, further study or an apprenticeship.

Equipping young people with knowledge and expertise that will prepare them for the workplace, T Level content has been designed with over 250 employers, including Fujitsu and Amazon.

LAT T LEVELS

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE T LEVELS?

Equivalent to three A Levels, a T Level combines study with a substantial industry placement. Although T Levels may seem similar to apprenticeships, they do differ quite significantly.

KNOWLEDGE FOR
THE WORKPLACE

T Levels provide industry-specific technical knowledge and practical skills that are invaluable in the workplace.

INDUSTRY
PLACEMENTS

All T Levels include a minimum of 45 days’ placement in a student’s chosen industry or occupation.

A RECOGNISED
CERTIFICATION

Each T Level is a nationally recognised certification upon successful completion.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 5 is desirable (4 is essential). You will need a minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grades 9-4, including English and maths.

T LEVEL: EDUCATION AND EARLY YEARS

This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in early years education, childcare or assisting teaching. You could progress into roles such as Teaching Assistant, Education Technician, Pastoral Support Worker, Childcare Assistant, or
Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant.

Develop your knowledge and understanding of concepts and theories as well as core skills for the education and early years sector. Units you will study include:

  • Supporting education
  • Safeguarding, health & safety and wellbeing
  • Behaviour
  • Parents, families and carers
  • Working with others
  • Child development

SPECIALIST COMPONENT

The Specialist Component provides knowledge and skills required to enter employment or further study in Assisting Teaching:

  • Support the class teacher to enhance children’s education, individually and in groups
  • Plan, provide and review educational opportunities in collaboration with teachers and other adults
  • Safeguard and promote the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people
  • Recognise, adapt and respond to individual children’s needs, including those with SEND, to support development and access to the curriculum

Students will be required to complete an industry placement of a minimum of 315 hours, which will take place in one of six primary schools situated on the Isle of Sheppey.

ASSESSMENT

The core component is assessed through the completion of an exam and an employer set project.

The specialist component is assessed through synoptic assignments where students can achieve a distinction / merit / pass grade.