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Alpha Teacher Development is a training and development co-ordinator serving schools across Babergh, Colchester, Ipswich, and Tendring. They partner with schools, initial teacher training providers, specialist hubs, and research schools to deliver exceptional training and support.
Through their collective approach, we foster an environment where both teachers and students thrive and excel.
Leader Apprenticeships with NPQs
Leader Apprenticeship with NPQH
Designed for aspiring or recently appointed headteachers looking to improve their leadership capability. The Leader Apprenticeship with NPQH is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's flagship NPQ for Headship (NPQH) to the Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications.
Leader Apprenticeship with NPQSL
Designed for aspiring or recently appointed senior leaders looking to improve their leadership capability. The Leader Apprenticeship with NPQSL 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.
Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLT
Designed to give learners all of the essential knowledge, skills and concepts that underpin the successful leadership of teaching. The Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLT is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's NPQ for Leading Teaching (NPQLT) to the Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications.
Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLTD
Designed to give learners all of the essential knowledge, skills and concepts that underpin successful leadership of teacher development. The Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLTD is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's NPQ for Leading Teacher Development (NPQLTD) to the Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications.
Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLBC
Designed to give learners all of the essential knowledge, skills and concepts that underpin successful leadership of culture and behaviour in a school. The Leader Apprenticeship with NPQLBC is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's NPQ for Leading Behaviour and Culture (NPQLBC) to the Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship. This combination means learners concurrently earn two highly prestigious qualifications.
Teaching Assistant and Support Staff Apprenticeships
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship
Teacher Assistant (TA) Apprenticeship Level 3 is ideal for anyone already working as a Teaching Assistant, or looking for a career as a TA.
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship SEND
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.
Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 5 Apprenticeship
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.
Speech & Language Support Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 5
The Speech & Language Support Practitioner Apprenticeship develops teaching assistants and support staff into specialists in speech, language and communication, equipping them to identify speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), remove barriers and help pupils access learning.
Pastoral Support Practitioner Level 4
Strengthen attendance, behaviour and pupil wellbeing through early intervention and support. This apprenticeship is designed for staff who work with pupils and families to address barriers to learning, attendance and wellbeing.
Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship
The Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship is a school-based teacher training route for graduates employed in schools across England. This salaried pathway lets you learn in the classroom from day one, while your training costs are fully covered by your school's Apprenticeship Levy. Successful completion of this programme will award Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship Qualification, which will qualify you to teach in all schools in England.
AI and Coaching Apprenticeships
AI Practitioner for Schools Level 4
A fully funded apprenticeship that prepares school staff to coordinate the ethical and effective use of AI and automation across schools and trusts. The programme prepares apprentices for roles including AI Coordinator, AI Implementation Lead, Digital and AI Lead and Automation and Systems Lead.
Coaching in Education Apprenticeship Level 5
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.
Early Years Apprenticeships
Early Years Practitioner (EYP) Level 2
The EYP Level 2 apprenticeship is a work-based programme completed over 12-14 months. Entry-level apprenticeship with no previous qualifications needed.
Early Years Educator (EYE) Apprenticeship Level 3
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.
Early Years Lead Practitioner (EYLP) Apprenticeship Level 5
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.
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.
Thrive Wellbeing Apprenticeships
Thrive Early Years Educator Level 3
The Thrive Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3 programme is a variation of our Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3 programme that is delivered by Best Practice Network and our sister company, Thrive.
This apprenticeship provides early years practitioners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver high-quality education and care. With the addition of Thrive’s learning, they will also understand behaviour, wellbeing and inclusivity to help every child feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Thrive Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5
The Thrive Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship develops experienced early years practitioners into confident, skilled leaders of practice who can support children’s learning, development, wellbeing and emotional security across their setting.
Built on the Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5 apprenticeship standard and enhanced with specialist Thrive content, this programme helps practitioners deepen their understanding of child development, behaviour, relationships and social and emotional wellbeing, while developing the leadership skills needed to support others and improve practice.
Thrive Wellbeing Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5
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.
Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship Level 5
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.
Thrive Advanced Practitioner Apprenticeship
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.
Thrive Advanced Practitioner Leadership Apprenticeship
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.