Up to 100% funded by the Growth and Skills Levy, see below for more details

 

About the Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs

The Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs are dual awards that have embedded the DfE's NPQLTD, NPQLT, NPQLBC, NPQ for SENCOs, NPQSL or NPQH into the Level 4 Project Manager Apprenticeship or Level 5 Learning and Development Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications

Learners gain specialised expertise in school leadership from the NPQ. Simultaneously, the apprenticeship provides invaluable cross-sector insights and dedicated support, with practice-based learning ensuring new skills are applied directly within their school. 

Benefits for participants

  • Train at no cost to your school: You can access full funding through your school's Growth and Skills Levy. This allows you to gain high-level leadership training and a dual qualification without impacting the school’s core budget.
  • Monthly coaching: Benefit from personalised coaching from an experienced professional. These sessions provide a confidential space to apply your learning to your specific school context and navigate your unique leadership challenges.
  • Ongoing guidance: An experienced tutor will guide you through both the apprenticeship and the NPQ
  • Cross-sector learning: Gain a wider perspective by accessing cutting-edge theory and resources from thought leaders across all sectors. By learning from leading practitioners beyond education, you can bring fresh, innovative management solutions back to your school.
  • One programme, two qualifications: By combining two qualifications, learners gain experience and knowledge that goes beyond the standard NPQ.

Programmes available

Leader Apprenticeship with NPQ for SENCOs

For current SENCOs or teachers/ leaders interested in undertaking a SENCO role

✅Full NPQ for SENCOs

✅Level 5 Learning and Development Apprenticeship

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Leader Apprenticeship with NPQSL

For school leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a senior leader with cross-school responsibilities.

✅Full NPQSL

✅Level 5 Learning and Development Apprenticeship

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Leader Apprenticeship with NPQH

For current and aspiring headteachers looking to develop and apply the knowledge that underpins expert school leadership.

✅Full NPQH

✅Level 5 Learning and Development Apprenticeship

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Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLT

For teachers who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading teaching in a subject, year group, key or phase.

✅Full NPQLT

✅Level 4 Project Manager Apprenticeship

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Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLTD

For teachers who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading the development of other teachers in their school.

✅Full NPQLTD

✅Level 4 Project Manager Apprenticeship

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Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLBC

For teachers who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading behaviour and culture and/or supporting pupil well-being in their school.

✅Full NPQLBC

✅Level 4 Project Manager Apprenticeship

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"The programme has helped me to identify and refine my leadership skills in my current role and the confidence to apply these skills in situations that have arisen. The support and encouragement from my coach has been invaluable."

Leader Apprenticeship with NPQ Learner