GLF Schools is a growing multi-academy trust of 43 schools with big educational ambitions for our children and young people. GLF serves over 17,000 people aged 2 to 19 in diverse settings and has around 2,500 employees.
At GLF Schools, our vision is clear. We strive to ensure that all our children receive the best possible start in life and that, when the time comes, they transition successfully to their next stage of education, training, or employment.
We have 8 secondary schools and 35 primary settings, each serving the needs of their own communities but united by the desire to deliver excellent educational outcomes. Our schools are stronger when we work together.
Collaboration has always been, and will continue to be, at the heart of our culture. In 2021, GLF Schools was accredited as one of the 87 Teaching School Hubs in the country, supporting the training and development of initial teachers, early career teachers and leaders at all levels across West Sussex.
In 2022, we launched the GLF Schools’ Foundation, with the ambition of ensuring that all young people within the trust have access to the same opportunities and experiences regardless of their financial background or which school they attend.
Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs
Designed for aspiring or recently appointed executive leaders looking to improve their leadership capability.
Designed for aspiring or recently appointed headteachers looking to improve their leadership capability.
Designed for aspiring or recently appointed senior leaders looking to improve their leadership capability.
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeships
The Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship is designed for those looking to become a specialist TA (in one of three pathways) and has at least one year of classroom experience.
Teacher Assistant (TA) Apprenticeship Level 3 is ideal for anyone already working as a TA, or looking for a career as a TA.
The Level 3 Teaching Assistant (TA) Apprenticeship with SEND is tailored for both current TAs and aspiring TAs, focusing on supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Early Years Apprenticeships
The EYLP Level 5 apprenticeship is a work-based programme completed over 18-24 months. This training programme is designed for practitioners with leadership responsibilities within their setting. Equivalent to a Foundation degree.
The EYE Level 3 apprenticeship is a work-based programme completed over 15-18 months. An Early Years Educator (EYE) is responsible for planning and providing effective care for children aged 0-5 in various early years settings.
The EYP Level 2 apprenticeship is a work-based programme completed over 12-14 months. Entry level apprenticeship with no previous qualifications needed.
Ideal for private, voluntary and independent settings that work with children of any age but don't follow the EYFS curriculum. The Playworker Apprenticeship Level 2 equips learners with the skills to support child-led play, ensure safety, and work in various community settings.
Coaching in Education
The Coaching in Education Apprenticeship Level 5 offers staff in schools the opportunity to develop as confident, evidence-informed coaches—rooted in the realities of education.
For Early Years professionals who coach others, formally or informally, and want to refine their practice. Gain a complete toolkit of proven coaching techniques – from active listening and structured feedback to goal setting and solution-focused conversations – all tailored to the Early Years context.
Thrive Wellbeing Apprenticeships
Valued at £12,000 and equivalent to a foundation degree, this work-based training programme is ideal for experienced teaching assistants who are looking to advance their careers, take on more responsibility, and build expertise in social and emotional support for children and young people.
Valued at £9,000 and equivalent to a foundation degree, this work-based training programme empowers teachers, leaders and aspiring leaders to advance their leadership and management skills, while building the expertise to strategically implement the Thrive Approach within a class, department, setting or organisation.
Valued at £12,000, equivalent to a foundation degree, and best suited to those who have previously trained as Licensed Practitioners, this work-based programme is a great fit for experienced teaching assistants and other support staff who are looking to advance their careers, take on more responsibility, and build additional expertise in social and emotional support for children and young people.
Valued at £9,000, equivalent to a foundation degree, and best suited to those who have previously completed Licensed Practitioner training, this work-based programme empowers teachers, leaders and aspiring leaders to advance their leadership and management skills.