About the Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs

The Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs are not only the perfect choice for colleagues from schools who missed out on DfE scholarships, they are also ideal for any teacher or school leader in England who would like to complete a programme which goes beyond the regular NPQ framework, whilst providing a structured way to implement learning.

Programme available:


    Introduction to Leader Apprenticeships

    Can Lead Facilitator, Laura Saunders, describe the Leader Apprenticeships in just 60 seconds?


     

    "Having completed a number of professional qualifications I have found this course to be the one that most clearly impacted upon my practice. In particular, the nature of the Apprenticeship with its focus on linking theory and wider reading to my day job was hugely effective. Rather than reflecting on hypotheticals - which was somewhat my experience of the ‘normal’ NPQ - the course felt embedded in the reality of my job."

    Executive Leader Programme Graduate

     

    Funded by the Apprenticeship Levy 

    You can access funding for the Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs from your school’s Apprenticeship Levy.

    Schools will be able to access the funding through their apprenticeship service (AS) account.

    If your school needs help setting up your AS account, just let us know and we’ll guide you through it.

    National Qualifications, Local Delivery

    We work with a fantastic NPQ Delivery Partner Network made up of England's leading Teaching School Hubs, Multi-Academy Trusts and other school groups to deliver NPQs across England.

    By working with local school groups, we ensure that these national qualifications are contextualised to your locality with Face-to-Face events facilitated by local experts and held in local schools. 

    One Programme, Two Qualifications

    The Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs 

    This means you will be undertaking two prestigious awards concurrently, providing you with even more resources to excel in your career. 

     

      

     

    What are the benefits?

    Cross-sector experience

    Candidates access cutting-edge theory, resources and delivery from thought leaders and leading practitioners from all sectors of the economy.

    Utilise levy funding

    This professional development opportunity makes use of the apprenticeship levy and includes the DfE accredited NPQ at no additional cost.

    A wider view of leadership

    Candidates apply cross-sector management and leadership practice to their school context providing greater challenge and a broader perspective to organisational improvement.

    Practice based learning

    Candidates undertake school-based activities and are assessed on how they apply learning in their day-to-day role, helping develop and refine organisational management and leadership skills.

    Access to extra 1:1 coaching and content

    Throughout the course, you will have access to 1:1 coaching and teaching to help you succeed in the qualification.

    A personal experienced tutor to help you

    An experienced tutor will help you throughout both the apprenticeship and the National Professional Qualification (NPQ).

    Stay up to date with
    business theory

    Enhance your knowledge of essential business functions and stay updated with the latest in management theory and practices.

    Hone your team
    leadership skills

    Build self-awareness and confidence to lead successfully and collaborate more effectively within a team.


    Watch our recent webinars hosted by Lead Facilitator Laura Saunders for a more detailed look at each of the programmes available:

    School Leader Programme

    Headteacher Programme

    Executive Leader Programme

    Get started on your journey today! 

    School Leader Programme (Level 5 Apprenticeship with NPQSL)

    For aspiring or recently appointed senior leaders looking to improve their leadership capability.
    Apply Now

    Headteacher Programme (Level 7 Apprenticeship with NPQH)

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

    Executive Leader Programme (Level 7 Apprenticeship with NPQEL)

    For current and aspiring Executive Leaders wishing to lead change and improvement across a group of schools or multi-academy trust.
    Apply Now