Senior Leadership Programme
Welcome to a transformative journey that goes beyond conventional leadership training.
This ground-breaking pathway comprises dynamic modules, each carefully curated to equip you with essential management and service designer skills that form the cornerstones of exceptional senior leadership, providing a robust foundation for you to thrive in today's dynamic and complex education landscape.
Join a cohort of forward-thinking educators who are revolutionising their approach to leadership, integrating the best practices from different sectors to create a legacy of impactful leadership within their own context.
Who is it for?
- For current and aspiring senior leaders in schools
Duration
- Operations Manager Apprenticeship - 12 months + EPA
- Service Designer Apprenticeship - 15 months + EPA
- Progression pathways: at your own pace over 12 months
Qualifications
- Operations Manager Apprenticeship
- Service Designer Apprenticeship
- Advanced Entry criteria for Masters Progression Pathways
Apprenticeship Levy
Fully Funded through the apprenticeship levy.
Progression pathways
At your own pace over 12 months.
Modules
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"Jonathan never gave up on me… With calm persistence and unwavering support, he helped me achieve what once felt impossible. This qualification has already had a tangible impact on my leadership approach."
Max Inkson, Level 7 Senior Leader
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We are now accepting registrations of interest for our 2026 cohorts. Submit your details now and one of our team will be in touch. May 2026 Cohort: Applications close 24th April 2026
Senior Leadership Programme
Eligibility
- Current and aspiring Senior Leaders in school
Assessment
- Module Portfolios
- Professional discussion on portfolio
- Strategic Business Proposal and Proposal Presentation
- 4 x end of module submissions
Cost
£0 £24,000
This programme utilises the apprenticeship levy
Overview
- First Day of Learning event
- Professional learning events and Bi-annual conference
- Dedicated NCE Tutor