CPD Framework
Business Administration
Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship
Our Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship is ideal for school leavers starting their careers, as well as current employees looking to formalise their skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
Business Administrators support and improve operations across all sectors — from education and healthcare to finance, retail, and logistics. The skills you develop are highly transferable and valued by employers nationwide.
Curriculum and Pastoral
Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 5 Apprenticeship (SEMH/Curriculum Planning Specialisms)
Take your teaching assistant career to the next level with our Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship — designed for education professionals ready to specialise, lead, and inspire. This nationally recognised qualification supports career progression for experienced TAs across primary, secondary, and early years settings.
With this apprenticeship, you have the option to also complete the HLTA qualification, with no added fee.
Finance
School Business Professional Level 4 Apprenticeship
Our School Business Manager apprenticeship is designed for professionals who oversee and coordinate the critical functions that keep a school running — from finance and HR to procurement and infrastructure. This is a nationally recognised Level 4 qualification, ideal for those already working in, or aspiring to move into, school business leadership roles.
Associate Project Manager Level 4 Apprenticeship
Projects can be defined and delivered within different contexts, across diverse industry sectors. They can be large or small and every project needs a Project Manager to ensure its success.
An apprenticeship standard in Associate Project Management at level 4 is a nationally recognised route to a wide variety of management professions. The standards and assessment plans that candidates work towards are set by a number of big employers including the Rolls Royce, Lloyds Banking Group, Royal Mail, Transport for Great Manchester and many more.
HR
School Business Professional Level 4 Apprenticeship
Our School Business Manager apprenticeship is designed for professionals who oversee and coordinate the critical functions that keep a school running — from finance and HR to procurement and infrastructure. This is a nationally recognised Level 4 qualification, ideal for those already working in, or aspiring to move into, school business leadership roles.
Learning Support
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship
Our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship course boasts an impressive distinction and pass rates —a testament to the quality of training and support we provide. Designed to equip you with essential knowledge, skills and behaviours, this programme prepares you to make a real difference in pupils’ learning and development.
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship with SEND
Our Teaching Assistant with SEND course is designed for those of you in a school setting who want to gain a recognised qualification while strengthening knowledge and confidence in supporting pupils with SEND.
It blends hands‑on classroom experience with knowledge-based theories and helping participants develop the skills needed to provide effective support to students with additional needs.
Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 5 Apprenticeship (SEN/SEMH/Curriculum Planning Specialisms)
Take your teaching assistant career to the next level with our Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship — designed for education professionals ready to specialise, lead, and inspire. This nationally recognised qualification supports career progression for experienced TAs across primary, secondary, and early years settings.
With this apprenticeship, you have the option to also complete the HLTA qualification, with no added fee. Please see below for more information.
Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship
Our Early Years Practitioner apprenticeships are perfect for school leavers ready to begin a rewarding childcare career, as well as those already working in a nursery or early years setting who want to achieve a formal industry-recognised qualification.
You’ll work directly with young children, helping to shape their early development and learning through purposeful play, educational programmes, and day-to-day care. This is a hands-on, people-focused role designed to build confidence, compassion, and competence.
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship
Our Early Years Educator apprenticeship is ideal for school leavers wanting to start a rewarding career in early childhood education, as well as existing staff seeking to gain a nationally recognised qualification to progress in the sector.
Working in public or private nursery settings, Early Years Educators play a vital role in helping children develop key skills, confidence, and independence during their formative years.
Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5 Apprenticeship
Our Early Years Lead Practitioner Level 5 apprenticeship is ideal for experienced early years professionals looking to take the next step in their career. This programme supports practitioners who are ready to deepen their expertise, lead on best practice, and play a strategic role in shaping high‑quality early years provision.
As a Lead Practitioner, you’ll work in a range of early years settings — from public and private nurseries to childcare and education environments — taking responsibility for supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing.
