Apprenticeship programme

Senior Leadership Programme

About the 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.

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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

Apprenticeship Levy

Fully Funded through the apprenticeship levy.

Progression pathways

Progression pathways

At your own pace over 12 months.

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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

Start your journey

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

Apprenticeship

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
Info Limited spaces available
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