Supporting the Delivery of PE, School Sport & Physical Activity
Develop the knowledge and practical skills to support physical education, school sport and physical activity in schools.
Support learning and activity in schools
The Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education, School Sport and Physical Activity is a nationally recognised qualification. Successful learners can support PESSPA delivery by planning, leading and reviewing activities that contribute to a school’s PESSPA course of activities.
It is ideal for teaching assistants, sport development officers, coaches and other learners involved in supporting schools who wish to deliver in a school environment.
If you are looking for an alternative to a stand-alone course, explore our available apprenticeships.
Eight areas of development
Schools and teaching
Understand schools and the principles of teaching PE, school sport and physical activity.
Safeguarding
Safeguard children and young people in PESSPA.
Health and safety
Maintain the health and safety of pupils in PESSPA.
Child development
Support children to develop through PESSPA in relation to their expected development.
Diversity and inclusion
Implement diversity and inclusion principles in PE, school sport and physical activity.
Assessment for learning
Support assessment for learning in physical education.
A unit of work
Plan, deliver and review a PESSPA unit of work.
Events and competitions
Organise and lead an event or competition that contributes to the school’s PESSPA activities.
Help pupils engage, learn and grow
High-quality experiences
Support high-quality PESSPA experiences for all pupils.
Active and engaged
Help pupils stay physically and mentally active and engaged in PESSPA at school.
Continued learning and growth
Support pupils to pursue interests, develop their skills and grow through positive PESSPA experiences.
Learner eligibility
Age and communication
You must be at least 16 and communicate effectively in English, including listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Prior qualification
You must hold a Level 2 physical education or sport-related qualification. See the examples below.
Technology and support
You must have access to a laptop or tablet with a microphone and good Wi-Fi. A smartphone is accepted, but functionality may be limited. Tell us about any additional learning needs when registering so we can support you.
Examples of accepted prior qualifications
The 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Learning in Physical Education and School Sport (QCF); GCSE Physical Education at grades A–C; a Level 2 National Governing Body of Sport coaching qualification; a Level 2 BTEC in Sport; a Level 2 sports or activity leadership qualification; or a 1st4sport-recognised equivalent.
Apply your learning in a school
Written tasks
Complete a series of written tasks.
Six-hour unit of work
Plan, deliver and review a six-hour unit of work that meets the PE requirements of the school you are working in.
School-based observation
A tutor or assessor must observe at least one school-based PESSPA session.
Workplace assessment and travel costs
Workplace observational assessments must take place in a school environment. If an assessor needs to make a round trip of more than 50 miles, you will be asked to pay the additional mileage before agreeing to proceed with the assessments.
Learn through a virtual classroom
The course is delivered through live virtual classroom sessions with a course tutor. After these sessions, we will arrange a one-to-one virtual presentation delivery with the tutor.
£550 per learner
Payment plans are available. If you choose a payment plan, pay 50% of the course fee to secure your place; we will contact you to arrange the next payment. An option to pay 100% is available for learners paying in full.
Read the Flexible Payment Scheme and our Terms and Conditions before booking.
Please tell us about any additional learning needs when registering so we can support you.
Hear when further information is available
Please register your interest and we will contact you once we have further information about the course.
Develop your team with a group course
This course can also be delivered to specific groups and organisations. Visit our organiser page or email education@sportstructures.com to discuss your requirements.