Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship Programme

Who is it for?

New Team Leader Pilot Programme: we’re excited to launch a new Level 3 Team Leader pilot programme—a fully funded, 12-month development opportunity designed for typically Grade 3/4 first-line supervisors and team leaders with operational or project responsibilities.

This programme offers a broad foundation of practical management knowledge and skills, equipping you with the tools to grow and progress in your leadership journey.

·Applications close: 18th September 2025

·Spaces available: 10

·Programme start date: November 2025.

Online Information Session

Join us on 11th September from 10.00 - 11.00 to hear more about this programme. Click here to access - no booking required.

Core modules on the programme

Leading People

Managing People

Building relationships

Communication

Operational Management

Project Management

Finance Awareness Management of self

Decision Making

Course modules offer flexible date options to suit your current and upcoming work projects.

Two additional modules can be added from any other course on offer from our training provider, for example, HR or procurement, allowing for a very bespoke and flexible learning journey for each learner.

What qualifications / accreditation will I get?

At completion you will get the following:-

1 - Team Leader/ Supervisor Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

2 - Membership to the ILM or CMI

What are the entry requirements?

1. You will need to be a UK citizen or meet the eligibility for funding, please refer to the funding criteria.

2. You need to have passed your probationary period at University of Warwick.

4. If you have a fixed term contract, your employment contract will need to be at least 12 months so it is longer than the duration of the apprenticeship.

5. Part time staff are encouraged to apply. It is worth noting that this would extend the duration of the programme to spread it over a longer time period.

How long is the programme?

The programme is for 12 months. 20% of your working time each week (roughly 6-8 hours) will need to be spent on this programme. We have selected a training programme where there is some flexibility on the dates and times of the learning modules and all sessions are delivered online.

How is the programme delivered?

• Tutoring / Coaching and Mentoring • Webinars/ Workshops • Assignments • Self Study • Peer mentoring • Warwick Community of Practice.

How much does it cost?

The cost of the programme is £5,000 and will be fully covered by the University’s apprenticeship levy. It is worth noting that this funding is not able to cover any other costs, for example the costs of any professional registration or top up qualifications, travel or equipment if needed. As this course is delivered online, it not expected to incur additional costs.

What will the programme involve?

20% of your time (roughly 6 hours per week) will need to be spent each working week on the programme (this is a requirement of using the apprenticeship levy funding) and the hours and learning will need to be documented in your portfolio. (Guidance and templates will be supplied to do this). We have selected a training provider where there is some flexibility in the dates and times you access these which means that it doesn’t have to be a set day/time every week

During the onboarding onto the programme, your learning needs and styles will be discussed to put together a personal learning plan and there will be a series of learner review meetings included in the programme.

What is required by the line manager?

There will be touchpoints throughout the programme where the Line Manager will be required to support you.

· Review apprentice’s skills and module assessments

·Utilise the online portfolio

· Assist with the creation of the apprentice’s learning journey (adding in work-based targets and objectives)

· Participate in the 12 weekly impact and progress reviews

· Support the learner to achieve spend 20% of their time each week completing the programme

·Guide and support with work-based projects / tasks relevant to programme

·Support the learner with preparation for the End Point Assessment

Note: the Line Manager will need to also sign the application for this programme.

How do I apply?

***Applications for the November cohort are open until 11th September 2025***

There are 10 spaces on this cohort, with the opportunity to learn with others from different organisations as well as with those working at Warwick.

Applications for the November cohort are now open until 18th September 2025. Please send the completed form to staffapprenticeships@warwick.ac.uk Final decisions will be communicated in October 2025.

Once an evaluation of the programme has taken place, is it hoped further cohorts will be available in 2026.