Diamond Education & Professional Learning is part of the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust comprising fifteen schools. We collaborate with schools to deliver high-quality professional development that improves and enhances educational outcomes for all children. We offer a comprehensive pathway of support, aligned with the Golden Thread of teacher development: Initial Teacher Training (ITT), Early Career Framework (ECF) and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs). Our programmes are tailored to meet the needs of staff at every stage of their career, from new entrants to experienced leaders. We also provide bespoke school-to-school support, ensuring development is relevant, impactful, and sustainable.
At the heart of our work is a simple belief: Investing in people is the key to retaining exceptional staff and building thriving schools.
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Early Years Programmes
Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2
The EYP Level 2 apprenticeship is a work-based programme completed over 12-14 months. It can be funded by the Apprenticeship Levy or co-funded by your employer and the Government.
During this programme, you will gain hands-on experience in a professional setting while studying for your qualification through Off-the-Job training. Additionally, you will earn at least the Apprentice Minimum Wage.
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3
The EYE Level 3 apprenticeship is a work-based programme completed over 15-18 months. On successful completion, you will be awarded the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and achieve full and relevant status inline with the EYFS.
During this programme, you will gain hands-on experience in a professional setting while studying for your qualification through Off-the-Job training. Additionally, you will earn at least the Apprentice Minimum Wage.
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 5
The EYLP Level 5 apprenticeship is a work-based programme completed over 18-24 months. During this programme, you will gain hands-on experience in a professional setting, furthering your knowledge on child development and leading practice.
Additionally, you will earn at least the Apprentice Minimum Wage however it is likely that this position will have a higher salary.
Coaching in the Early Years Apprenticeship Level 5
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.
Delivered flexibly over just 9 months plus assessment, this apprenticeship helps you strengthen your practice, support your team and lead with confidence.
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeships
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3
Our programme offers a flexible approach to learning for both the school and learner, whereby all learners will gain the fundamental knowledge and develop the skills required to support teachers to enhance pupil learning.
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3 with SEND
The Level 3 Teaching Assistant (TA) Apprenticeship with SEND is tailored for both current TAs and those aspiring to become TAs, focusing on supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Level 5
The Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5 is a 18-month long apprenticeship that prepares individuals to support learners across various educational settings, including primary, secondary, special schools, and further education institutions.
Leadership National Professional Qualifications (NPQs)
School Leader Programme Level 5 Apprenticeship with NPQSL
The School Leader Programme is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's flagship NPQ for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) to the Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications
Headteacher Programme Level 7 Apprenticeship with NPQH
The Headteacher Programme is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's flagship NPQ for Headship (NPQH) to the Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications
Executive Leader Programme
Level 7 Apprenticeship with NPQEL
The Executive Leader Programme is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's flagship NPQ for Executive Leadership (NPQEL) to the Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications