Team Leader Level 3

Outline

Equivalent to an ‘A’ level, this Team Leader or Supervisor apprenticeship reflects the importance of supporting front-line managers, to help them develop the skillset for leaders in any business and can include the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), Level 3 diploma in Leadership and Management.

A Team leader or Supervisor is typically a first line management role, with operational or project management responsibilities, or someone who has responsibility for managing a team by providing direction, instructions and guidance to ensure the achievement of a clearly defined set of outcomes.

Working within a range of businesses in either the public, private or third sectors, specific responsibilities will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed as a team leader will typically be the same, whatever the role.

It will support individuals from the private, public or third sector, and from all sizes of organisation, who want to develop their leadership and management skills.

Key responsibilities are also likely to include supporting, managing and developing team members, managing projects, planning and monitoring workloads and resources, delivering operational plans, resolving problems, and building relationships internally and externally.

Working with our experienced Management Associates, as part of the Apprenticeships at Salford City College team, this apprenticeship has been designed to ensure first line managers develop the effective management and leadership skills they need to support the development of their business. This includes individuals who are at the start of their career, taking their first steps into management.

It will typically take up eighteen months to complete, although the exact duration will be dependent on the previous experience of the individual. Upon completion, apprentices will understand different leadership styles and the benefits of coaching to support people and improve performance.

Those undertaking this apprenticeship will need to be in a role that allows them to apply and develop the newly learned knowledge and skills and behaviours to ensure the requirements of the apprenticeship are met.

There are no formal minimum entry requirements to join the programme; these are typically set by the employer.

Assessment

The Team Leader/ Supervisor Level 3 apprenticeship delivery model includes: Support from a dedicated and skilled Management Associate, Monthly one-to-one coaching support, visits and guidance, Regular meetings with employer, employee and Management Associate, Monthly workshops and training sessions, Webinars/canvas digital sessions, Annual Leadership and Management Conference, featuring interactive meetings and networking opportunities, and Online learning resources.

On Programme Assessment

The on-programme assessment approach will be agreed in advance to provide an ongoing indication of performance against the final outcomes defined in the apprenticeship standard. It will include:

• Development of a portfolio of evidence including reports, evidence of tasks undertaken, demonstrations, presentations, assignments, emails, and observations
• Undertaking a work based project typically during the last six months of the apprenticeship
• Feedback from line manager, direct reports, peers and customers/stakeholders through 360 degree feedback (or equivalent mechanism)

End Point Assessment

The End point assessment takes place at the end of the apprentice’s learning and development. The requirement is that the end point assessment is completed within three months from the start of the end point assessment period. The end point assessment is made up of the following components:

• A presentation with questions
• A professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence

Entry Requirements

Each organisation will have their own entry requirements, and must be able to provide opportunities to work towards this apprenticeship as part of the job role.

Apprentices aged 16-18 must achieve Level 2 maths and English, prior to End Point Assessment or provide a certificate of prior achievement (GCSE Grade C/4 or above). For Apprentices aged 19+ Level 2 maths and English are optional – to be agreed at the start of programme.

Funding may be available to cover this apprenticeship, please contact us for more information on eligibility.

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