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TKAT Apprenticeship Pathways
Why choose an apprenticeship?
- Tailored on-the-job training allows employees to apply their skills and knowledge from the very first day of the apprenticeship.
- Apprenticeships are open to people of all ages, backgrounds and career levels, which enables development of diversified talent across the organisation.
- Employees develop into highly skilled staff that bring value to the organisation, which can be applied throughout their careers.
- Apprenticeships are fully funded through the apprenticeship levy
Apprenticeships are not just for young people and new recruits. Anyone can become an apprentice at any age and benefit from government funding to support their apprenticeship. Apprenticeships are for existing employees as well as new recruits
A range of apprenticeships relevant to schools are available such as school business professional apprenticeships, teaching assistant apprenticeships and a number of other fields for example, business and administration, catering and hospitality, facilities management, digital professions, accounting and finance. Apprenticeships are available at a variety of levels and designed to be flexible so that, to an extent, you can tailor the training to the specific needs of your school or department.
A full list of national apprenticeships can be found here
To enquire about an apprenticeship or accessing the apprenticeship levy funds please email: apprenticeships@tkat.org
To apply for access to the apprenticeship levy funds please complete the following google form
Nurture the future with the Foundation Stage Assistant Programme
This Level 3 Apprenticeship combines hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge to create enriching learning environments for young children. Develop expertise in child development, early education best practices, and learning theories, while playing a key role in the cognitive, physical, and emotional development of children aged 0-5 years.
13 months + end point assessment
Nurture the future with the Foundation Stage Assistant Programme
This Level 3 Apprenticeship combines hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge to create enriching learning environments for young children. Develop expertise in child development, early education best practices, and learning theories, while playing a key role in the cognitive, physical, and emotional development of children aged 0-5 years.
13 months + end point assessment
This Level 5 Apprenticeship is designed for teaching assistants ready to move from supporting classroom learning to facilitating it. You will gain advanced skills in planning lessons, leading small groups, and guiding diverse learners, empowering you to make a greater impact in your school.
This programme equips you with the practical knowledge and confidence to manage a classroom environment, support SEND learners and collaborate closely with teaching staff. Shape learning experience with expertise and compassion.
Length 16 months+ end point assessment
This Level 5 Apprenticeship is designed for teaching assistants ready to move from supporting classroom learning to facilitating it. You will gain advanced skills in planning lessons, leading small groups, and guiding diverse learners, empowering you to make a greater impact in your school.
This programme equips you with the practical knowledge and confidence to manage a classroom environment, support SEND learners, and collaborate closely with teaching staff. Shape learning experience with expertise and compassion.
Specialist routes available: Early Years, SEND, Social & Emotional Wellbeing, Curriculum Provision
Length 16 months+ end point assessment
In an increasingly complex world, leading a team isn't enough—you need the skills to evolve entire systems. The System Improvement Leadership Apprenticeship programme designed for senior leaders who are ready to move beyond "business as usual." is delivered through the National College of Education (NCE). This pathway combines the practical rigour of an apprenticeship with the academic prestige of a Master’s degree.
Why Choose This Programme?
- Dual Qualification: Improvement Leaders Apprenticeship Standard plus "top up" to a full Master’s degree (MSc or MBA).
- Fully Funded via the Levy: Utilise your organisation’s Apprenticeship Levy to cover the costs of high-level leadership development.
- Applied Learning: This isn't just theory. You will lead a Strategic Improvement Project within your current role, delivering immediate ROI for your employer.
- Expert Mentorship: Benefit from dedicated Professional Learning Mentors and a curriculum designed by industry experts and academic leaders.
- Eligibility: Suitable for all leaders that drive improvement in their organisation
- Length 20 months + endpoint assessment.
Additional 12 months for masters pathway
The High Potential Leadership Programme is built for ambitious middle managers ready to lead beyond the day-to-day
Take your leadership to the next level with our immersive modules covering the non negotiable of effective leadership; from managing yourself to managing whole teams and organisations, equipping you with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to navigate the climb with confidence.
Completion grants you Advanced Entry into our flagship Senior Leadership Programmes with Masters pathways, supporting you on every step of your journey to the top.
Length 12 Months + end point assessment
Professionalise your safeguarding response and become a vital advocate for the vulnerable within your organisation.
In today’s regulatory landscape, safeguarding is more than a policy—it is a critical operational necessity. The LMP Education Safeguarding Support Officer (Level 3) Apprenticeship is a specialised programme designed to equip staff with the professional judgment and technical skills needed to manage safeguarding concerns with confidence, empathy, and legal precision.
Length 18-21 months
Delivered by Ixion (part of the Shaw Trust), this Level 6 Apprenticeship is the premier pathway for those dedicated to helping others navigate the complexities of the modern labour market. As a "Gold Standard" provider, Ixion combines decades of employability expertise with a structured academic curriculum to transform practitioners into Qualified Career Development Professionals.
This programme is specifically for those in roles such as Careers Advisers and Careers Leaders.
Length 18-24 months
The Premier Pathways Youth Worker Degree Apprenticeship is a Level 6 programme designed for those who want to professionally lead and advocate for young people. Delivered in partnership with the University of Roehampton, this pathway allows you to earn a full BA (Hons) degree while working on the front lines of youth services. This route is also suitable for those wishing to train as teachers but do not yet hold a degree.
Length - 3 years
The AI Practitioner for Schools Apprenticeship is a fully funded development programme designed for school and trust staff who want to lead the practical, ethical and effective use of AI and automation across education settings. It is built around the Level 4 Artificial Intelligence and Automation Practitioner apprenticeship standard and has been contextualised specifically for schools and multi-academy trusts.
The programme focusses on reducing administrative burden, improving data quality and supporting safer, more efficient school operations through responsible use of AI and low-code automation tools.
From early in the programme, learners identify a priority process, design a safe solution and implement improvements that deliver measurable impact, such as time saved, fewer errors and clearer reporting.
Length - 14 months