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The People's Learning Trust Apprenticeship Programmes
At The People’s Learning Trust, we offer schools a transformative opportunity to join a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking network rooted in the values of the wider Everton family. Partnered with Everton Football Club and Everton in the Community, we share a mission to use education and sport as tools for social change. Our trauma-informed, attachment-aware approach supports young people and families to overcome challenges and thrive.
Together, we deliver innovative, personalised curricula shaped by local stakeholders, industry partners, and universities—equipping every learner with the skills, character, and confidence needed for success in the 21st century.
We welcome schools that share our ethos, where relationships, creativity, and community lie at the heart of education. With unparalleled links to Everton FC, access to cutting-edge research, and a commitment to holistic support, we are redefining education and creating lasting, positive change for children and families.
Teacher Assistant (TA) Apprenticeship Level 3 is ideal for anyone already working as a TA, or looking for a career as a TA.
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 Apprenticeships are available for primary, primary SEND and secondary schools. A fee-free, salaried route for graduates awarding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in 12 months.
For school and MAT leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, an executive headteacher with responsibility for leading several schools, academies or LA Virtual Schools and have a minimum of three years as a headteacher or head of school.
The Headteacher Programme is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's NPQ for Headship (NPQH) to the Level 7 Senior Leader Standard. This means you will be undertaking two prestigious awards concurrently, providing you with even more resources to excel in your career.
The School Leader Programme is a dual award which has mapped the DfE's NPQ for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) to the Level 5 Operations Manager Standard. This means you will be undertaking two prestigious awards concurrently, providing you with even more resources to excel in your career.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A fully funded 14-month leadership programme for senior early years and nursery leaders, with flexible study that fits around your role and the option to fast-track to a Master’s degree.
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.