Identifying what qualifications/training to undertake

School Support Staff

The TDA has developed a tool to identify appropriate qualifications available for all school support staff roles, ranging from level 1 to level 7. To access the tool please use the link below.

Visit TDA's Career development framework (opens in a new window)

The TDA tool provides a number of qualification options at each level for all roles. However if you are currently working within a school we recommend that before accessing any training you consult with your Local Authority as many adopt set qualification requirements for specific job roles. For Local Authority contact details please use the link below.

Visit Directgov's Council directory (opens in a new window)

If you are not already working within a school but are considering a career within the school workforce you can contact Directgov for free careers advice on 0800 100 900 (lines are open from 8.00am-10.00pm, 7 days a week)

Teachers

For information regarding getting in to teaching and the training requirements and opportunities available please use the link below.

Visit TDA's 'Get into teaching' page (opens in a new window)

Head Teachers/School Leaders

For comprehensive information on training and development opportunities appropriate for aspiring head teachers and school leaders please visit the National College website using the link below.

Visit National College's Professional development page (opens in a new window)

Locating Training Providers

This section is specifically to help members of the children’s workforce to locate CPD opportunities and providers in their area. To access information on training providers in your area please use the links below.

Visit TDA's national CPD database for schools (opens in a new window)

Visit Directgov's national database for all types of training (opens in a new window)

Potential funding available for training

Apprenticeships

100% funding is available from approved training providers for individuals aged 16 –18 hoping to undertake an apprenticeship. Part funding is also available for Individuals aged 19 or over. For further information on apprenticeships please use the link below.

www.apprenticeships.org.uk (opens in a new window)

For a guide to employing apprentices in schools please download booklet below.

Download details (.pdf,671KB)(opens in a new window)

Train to Gain

Train to Gain funding is available from approved training providers for individuals who do not already have a level 2 or equivalent qualification to undertake a Level 2 NVQ fully funded. There may also be further funding available for NVQs at Level 2 and 3 depending on the qualifications already held by the individual. For further information please use the link below.

www.traintogain.gov.uk (opens in a new window)

Local Authority Funding

Most Local Authorities have funding for school employees to undertake training, however training available will differ from region to region. For Local Authority contact details please use the link below.

Visit Directgov's Council directory (opens in a new window)

Regional Brokerage Service

For further advice on other potential sources of funding in your area please contact Business Link on 0845 600 9 006.