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| Apprenticeship | Senior Leader |
|---|---|
| Training Provider | University of Manchester |
Duration
18 months
18 months
Most Suitable For
Leaders who have senior management responsibility (non-clinical or clinical).
Leaders who have senior management responsibility (non-clinical or clinical).
Award
Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship award and Postgraduate Diploma in Senior Leadership
Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship award and Postgraduate Diploma in Senior Leadership
Programme Cost
£14,000. For non-levy paying employers only 5% (£700) contribution required to be paid, or potential for full 100% levy transfer (£0). Optional Msc (masters) top-up is £4,000. This can not be paid via apprenticeship levy.
£14,000. For non-levy paying employers only 5% (£700) contribution required to be paid, or potential for full 100% levy transfer (£0). Optional Msc (masters) top-up is £4,000. This can not be paid via apprenticeship levy.
Additional Funding
For all Employers:
• If apprentice is under the age of 25, Employer may not have to pay Class 1 Employer National Insurance. Full details and criteria are found here.
• The following are available for apprenticeships starting between 1 August 2023 – 31 July 2024 (full details and criteria are found within the ESFA Funding Rules):
- £1,000 if apprentice is aged 16 to 18 years old, OR aged 19 to 24 years old and has an education health and care (EHC) plan/been in the care of their local authority.
- Gov will fund 100% of the tuition fee if employer supports a young apprentice AND has fewer than 50 employees.
Start Date
November and April
November and April
Teaching Delivery
Mainly face-to-face (Manchester campus) with some online teaching and resources
Mainly face-to-face (Manchester campus) with some online teaching and resources
Key Learning Requirements
Apprenticeships require learners to achieve specific new knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which are detailed in the Apprenticeship Standard. These are acheived by;
1) Programme Teaching: 16 on campus workshop days and Inset day.
2) Independent study: such as assignment research and write up.
3) Learning in the workplace; shadowing colleagues, completing programme assigned work based projects, day-to-day development within your current role duties/work activities, reflections with mentor, relevant training sessions.
Modules
This programme has fixed module delivery (you are unable to choose the modules studied). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
This programme has fixed module delivery (you are unable to choose the modules studied). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
Placements
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
Assessments
Assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations and End Point Assessment.
Assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations and End Point Assessment.
Key Candidate Entry Requirements
• Employed minimum 30 hours a week in a suitable role for the duration of the apprenticeship.
• Minimum 3 years managerial experience plus 1st degree at 2:1 or above OR 5 years managerial experience (plus 1st degree is desirable)
• English and Maths at GCSE grade C/4/Functional Skills Level 2/Equivalent or above are required at application stage due to the nature and level of the programme. An initial diagnostic assessment will also be completed by the Training Provider at application stage. If the candidate does not have the required certifcates for either Maths and/or English, please contact the Training Hub Apprenticeship Team for options.
Full requirements and details are found on the course webpage.
Key Employer Entry Requirements
• Ensure Learner has the support and opportunities to achieve the requirements of the apprenticeship.
• A member of staff, preferably experienced manager, to mentor the apprentice.
Listed as an Approved Provider on HEE and NHS Procurement
Higher Procurement - National Senior Leader
Higher Procurement - National Senior Leader
Application Timescale
It takes on average 2 – 3 months to complete all application stages for this programme.
If recruiting to this position, additional time will be required for recruitment and advertising stages.
Training provider deadlines include:
- Intake application deadlines are usually 6 months prior to the intake date
Additional Training Hub Support
Primary Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCPC Training Hub such as Digital training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
• Non-clinical Training and Resources: this webpage lists training and resources for non-clinical roles, which may compliment the apprenticeship (always check suitability with your apprenticeship training provider)
Social Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCSC Training Hub such as training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
Pathway
On successful completion of this apprenticeship, examples of further apprenticeship options include; Coaching Professional.
HASO Apprenticeship pathway tool is available here.
Career progression does not have to be linear. Entry criteria may differ per provider and varied routes may be available depending on the individuals prior learning and experience.
Information Last Updated
15/05/2024
15/05/2024
Programme Resources
If you would like to know anything further about the programme itself, please contact: Rosie Gill, Client Relations Manager, Apprenticeships, University of Manchester, 0161 275 0127, 07721505160 [email protected]
How to Apply
If you would like to discuss or apply for an apprenticeship either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy for a new recruit, please complete the appropriate Training Hub Expression of Interest Form from the following options. This allows the apprenticeship team to complete basic pre-checks and to ensure the advice and guidance provided to you is tailored to your service. When relevant, application instructions (including tuition fee and funding instructions) will be sent.
Primary Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia on 07735161775
Social Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Dawn on 07796 060023
