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National occupational standards for supporting teaching and learning in schools applicable to particular job roles

The national occupational standards for supporting teaching and learning in schools (NOS STL) were developed to cover the full range of learning support staff roles and responsibilities. Although some of these roles may apply in other UK countries, this guidance only applies to schools in England.

To identify standards that may be suitable for your role, view the NOS units below to download full details. If you are thinking of working in a different role, clicking on the relevant link could help you identify what additional skills and knowledge you may need to demonstrate proficiency.

There is also a selection tool which can be used to identify the STL units applicable to different learning support staff roles in schools.

NOS units by job role

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