Activity 1 – Be able to identify learner needs for English and maths support.
In this activity you are required to collate a range of information about learners’ (1.1):
• English and maths skills
• Learning targets
• English and maths support needs
Activity 2 – Using the current curriculum identify and explain both teaching and learning objectives in a planned activity you have undertaken. Include the focus of both English and maths in the activity.
Identify and explain (1.2):
• The teaching and learning objectives of a planned activity
• The English and maths demands of learning activities
Activity 3 – Be able to provide English support to help learners access teaching and learning.
Use knowledge of the individual needs of learners to provide English support (2.1)
Use opportunities to support the development of learners’ English skills (2.2)
Use a range of strategies for supporting learners to develop reading and writing and communication skills (2.3)
Supervisory Observation
This unit requires you to be observed in your own setting. Your supervisor should observe you in practice, completing the following tasks as part of your day to day role.
Your supervisor will complete an observation form with commentary on your performance and competency in these specific tasks.
Following your observation, you should discuss with your supervisor any areas of development as part of a professional discussion. A professional discussion form should be completed/or a zoom recording of your professional discussion can be submitted.
Ensure that your name units’ number and criteria identified in the observation is included. All records must be signed and dated before submitting your tutor.
Criteria covered: Collate information about learners’ (1.1):
• English and maths skills
• Learning targets
• English and maths support needs
Activity 4 – Show how to work with children and young people in ways that encourage self-esteem and confidence in relation to English skills (2.4)
Use knowledge of the individual needs of learners to provide maths support (3.1)
Use opportunities to support the development of learners’ maths skills (3.2)
Use a range of strategies for supporting learners to use and solve mathematical problems (3.3)
Show how to work with children and young people in ways that encourage self-esteem and confidence in relation to maths skills (3.4)
