£70,000 Training Boost for Norfolk Schools

Teaching Assistants and those working in schools across Norfolk will receive extra support with their learning thanks to a £70,000 funding boost.

Norwich based training provider, Qualified Education, have partnered with City of Westminster College to offer those working to support children and young people in schools the opportunity to access funding of £70,000 through the 24+ Advanced Learning Loans.

Those wishing to improve their knowledge and skills to increase the level of support they offer pupils and schools will be able to do so without the need to pay the course fees upfront. This makes accessing learning and the attainment of a qualification much easier for those working in schools.

All UK learners starting Level 3 qualifications who are aged over 24 will be able to access a 24+ Advanced Learning Loans and will not have to repay anything until they have completed the course and are earning over £21,000.

Georgina Sexton, Centre Director at Qualified Education, said: “We’re committed to raising standards and improving outcomes for Norfolk’s schools. The 24+ Advanced Learning Loans will enable us to offer vocational qualifications to more teaching assistants in the area. The more skilled the workforce in our schools, the greater quality of support to a child’s learning and development.”