Team Leader or Supervisor Apprenticeship (Level 3)

Course overview

Within this apprenticeship, you will learn how to organise operational and project responsibilities, in addition to manage the workflow of individuals, a team or elements of a project.

Team leaders provide direction, instructions and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals. They are vital for the smooth functioning of all departments in any organisation, and are often responsible for ensuring the function is correctly administered and maintained in line with legislation of the organisation’s procedures.

This apprenticeship is an exciting work-based route towards developing key skills in leading and managing people. It also aligns with The Chartered Management Institute for Associate Membership and Institute of Leadership for Associate Membership.

You will learn

  • Performance management techniques
  • Processes policies and procedures
  • Project management tools and techniques
  • Relevant regulation, legislation and compliance that impacts your role and the organisation
  • Organisational strategy and objectives and how your role impacts on them
  • How to manage resources to implement operational and team plans
  • Time management and prioritisation tools
  • Communication techniques including presentation skills, negotiation and influencing skills
  • Stakeholder management
  • Problem-solving and decision-making principles
  • The principles of change management and continuous improvement
  • IT and software used to support the activities of a business

Team Leader Apprenticeship (Level 3)
English and Math’s Functional Skills (if required)

You will need to be employed, working on average at least 30 hours per week under a contract of employment. You should be acting in a supervisory capacity or have the opportunity to do so while on the programme.

Funding for this apprenticeship programme is dependant on the size of your business and the apprentice(s) recruited. Large employers will fund the programme though their Apprenticeship Levy whilst smaller employers may need to contribute up to 5% per apprentice to the total cost of training.

For further information, support with recruitment through the Capel Manor College Apprenticeship Talent Bank, or to discuss apprenticeship training for your existing team, please contact our Business Development Team at https://www.capel.ac.uk/employers-hub/apprenticeships/hiring-an-apprentice/.

Apprentices that successfully complete all parts of the apprenticeship will receive a full apprenticeship certificate. This apprenticeship can be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as management or senior support roles.

Ariana’s journey at Capel Manor College began with a desire to build a new future in the UK. After moving from Greece, she started with an employability course, which soon set her on the path to mastering website design at Levels 1 and 2. Ariana's story