Team Leader/Supervisor Apprenticeship

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Start Date | 01/08/2024
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Is this course for me?

A Team leader or ?supervisor is a first line management role, with operational and project responsibilities or responsibility for managing a team to deliver a clearly defined outcome. They provide direction, instructions and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals. Working in the private, public or third sector and in all sizes of organisation, specific responsibilities will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed will be the same whatever the role.Key responsibilities are 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. Information from Institute for Apprenticeship and Technical Education 2021.
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What will I study?

In this apprenticeship, you will be learning the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be successful in your chosen role; skills and knowledge include leading and managing people, building relationships, communication, organisational performance, delivering results, operational management, project management and finance. Behaviours learnt include taking responsibility, inclusivity, agility and professionalism.

How will I be assessed?

All apprentices now complete an end-point assessment to complete their qualification. This is delivered by an independent end-point assessment organisation with no affiliation to the employer or training provider. This is a national requirement and endpoint assessments are carried out by a third party assessor. End point assessments use a variety of assessment methods depending on the apprenticeship standard these can include:Professional Discussions. Interviews. Showcase portfolios. Practical assessment of skill. Theory assessments. Assignments and more

What qualifications do I need?

Employers are looking for apprentices who have GCSE Maths and english at Grade 4. Level 2 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-3 or equivalent, including Maths or english. Level 3 - 6 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-4 or equivalent, including Maths or english.

What can I progress onto?

On completion, apprentices may choose to register as Associate Members with the Chartered Management Institute and/or the Institute of leadership and management, to support their professional career development and progression.

Other Information

If you don't currently have an employer and would like to undertake an apprenticeship, take a look at our vacancies at www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/Apprenticeship-Vacancies

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
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Financial Managers and Directors

Financial managers and directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the financial information of companies, the activities and resources of financial institutions, such as banks and insurance companies, and advise on company financial policy.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

4.36%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£19,689
Entry
£55,655
Median
£138,146
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Ensures compliance with accounting, recording and information storage, retrieval procedures and the statutory regulatory framework.
  • Plans, organises, directs and co-ordinates the activities of financial institutions .
  • Assesses and advises on factors affecting business performance.
  • Determines staffing levels appropriate for accounting activities.
  • Plans external and internal audit programmes, arranges for the collection and analysis of accounting, budgetary and related information, and manages the company’s financial systems.
  • Participates in the formulation of strategic and long-term business plans, assesses the implications for the organisation financial mechanisms and oversees their implementation.

Knowledge

Economics and Accounting Administration and Management English Language Mathematics Personnel and Human Resources Law and Government Education and Training Customer and Personal Service

Skills

Active Listening Monitoring Critical Thinking Active Learning Reading Comprehension Writing Mathematics Speaking Learning Strategies
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Marketing and Sales Directors

Marketing, sales and advertising directors plan, organise and direct advertising campaigns and market research and formulate and implement an organisation’s marketing, sales and social media policies.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

5.2%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£23,896
Entry
£84,929
Median
£214,421
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Produces and/or assesses reports and recommendations concerning marketing, advertising and sales strategies.
  • Stays abreast of changes in market trends and advertising rates.
  • Controls the recruitment and training of staff.
  • Examines and analyses sales figures, advises on and monitors marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
  • Conceives advertising campaigns to impart the desired product image in an effective and economical way.
  • Defines target group for advertising campaigns and implements strategy through appropriate media planning work.
  • Discusses employer’s or clients’ requirements, plans and monitors surveys and analyses of customers’ reactions to products.
  • Liaises with client to discuss product/service to be marketed and develops the most appropriate strategy to deliver the objectives.

Knowledge

Sales and Marketing Customer and Personal Service English Language Administration and Management Personnel and Human Resources Education and Training Clerical Production and Processing Mathematics Computers and Electronics Communications and Media Design Psychology Economics and Accounting Fine Arts

Skills

Monitoring Writing Active Listening Speaking Critical Thinking Active Learning Learning Strategies Reading Comprehension Mathematics
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Public Relations and Communications Directors

Public relations and communications directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the public relations, communications and public information activities of an organisation or on behalf of clients.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

5.33%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£20,319
Entry
£80,383
Median
£207,819
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Directs the arranging of conferences, exhibitions, seminars, etc. to promote the image of a product, service or organisation.
  • Stays abreast of changes in media, readership or viewing figures.
  • Reviews and revises campaign strategy and takes appropriate corrective measures if necessary.
  • Liaises with client to discuss their needs and develops the most appropriate strategy to deliver the objectives directs public relations campaigns and communicates messages through a variety of media.
  • Directs and oversees the work of the communications department of an organisation or work on behalf of clients at a public relations firm.
  • Develops and reviews the public relations policy and direction of an organisation.

Knowledge

Education and Training Sales and Marketing English Language Customer and Personal Service Mathematics Economics and Accounting Clerical Law and Government Administration and Management Communications and Media Foreign Language

Skills

Monitoring Writing Active Listening Speaking Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Active Learning
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Purchasing Managers and Directors

Purchasing managers and directors (not retail) plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the purchasing functions of industrial, commercial, government organisations and public agencies to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

4.45%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£29,742
Entry
£52,170
Median
£116,134
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Stays abreast of and ensures adherence to relevant legislation regarding tendering and procurement procedures.
  • Researches and identifies new products and suppliers.
  • Interviews suppliers’ representatives and visits trade fair.
  • Arranges for quality checks of incoming goods and ensures suppliers deliver on time.
  • Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers and draws up contract documents.
  • Devises purchasing policies, decides on whether orders should be put out to tender and evaluates suppliers’ bids.
  • Determines what goods, services and equipment need to be sourced.

Knowledge

Administration and Management Personnel and Human Resources Mathematics Production and Processing English Language Economics and Accounting Computers and Electronics Customer and Personal Service

Skills

Active Learning Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Mathematics Speaking Writing Learning Strategies Active Listening Monitoring
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Charitable Organisation Managers and Directors

Charitable organisation managers and directors plan, organise, co-ordinate and direct the activities of organisations in the charitable and not-for-profit sector.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

4.6%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£34,830
Entry
£82,515
Median
£183,685
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Directs or undertakes the preparation, publication and dissemination of reports and other information pertaining to the organisation.
  • Stimulates public interest by providing publicity, giving lectures and interviews and organising appeals.
  • Generates income by co-ordinating funding bids, organising appeals, and managing relationships with funders.
  • Represents their charity in consultation and negotiation with government, employees, trustees and other bodies.
  • Helps to formulate and implement charitable organisations' policies and ensures these meet legal and statutory provisions.
  • Plans, organises, coordinates and directs the resources of a special interest or charitable organisation.

Knowledge

Education and Training Sales and Marketing English Language Customer and Personal Service Mathematics Clerical Law and Government Administration and Management Economics and Accounting Communications and Media Foreign Language

Skills

Monitoring Writing Active Listening Speaking Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Active Learning
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Managers and Directors in Retail and Wholesale

Retail and wholesale managers and directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the operations of major retail and wholesale establishments in order to maximise business performance and meet financial goals.

Requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Opportunities

4.71%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£18,068
Entry
£31,594
Median
£73,221
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Examines quality of merchandise and ensures that effective use is made of advertising and display facilities.
  • Authorises payment for supplies received and decides on vending price, discount rates and credit terms.
  • Oversees the maintenance of financial and other records and controls security arrangements for the premises.
  • Ensures customer complaints and queries regarding sales and service are appropriately handled.
  • Ensures that adequate reserves of merchandise are held and that stock keeping is carried out efficiently.
  • Liaises with other staff to provide information about merchandise, special promotions etc. to customers.
  • Appoints staff, assigns tasks and monitors and reviews staff performance.

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service Sales and Marketing Administration and Management Mathematics English Language Personnel and Human Resources Education and Training

Skills

Monitoring Speaking Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Active Listening Writing Learning Strategies Active Learning Mathematics
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Waste Disposal and Environmental Services Managers

Waste disposal and environmental services managers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the operations and development of waste disposal and related environmental services facilities within private firms or public authorities.

Requirements: Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

Opportunities

8.36%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£21,381
Entry
£41,747
Median
£72,736
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Co-ordinates the resources and activities relating to the procurement, collection, storage, processing and sale of scrap metal and related products.
  • Keeps up to date with new legislation and liaises with appropriate regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with legislation regarding waste disposal and environmental services.
  • Liaises with members of the local community to educate and promote the concept of recycling and appropriate waste management.
  • Monitors levels of waste disposal, recycling and related environmental services, compiles statistics and produces reports.
  • Manages and delegates tasks to staff and co-ordinates the maintenance and optimum utilisation of waste disposal and related equipment to provide an efficient service.
  • Determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements.

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service Administration and Management Production and Processing Personnel and Human Resources Education and Training Mathematics Public Safety and Security Computers and Electronics Transportation Economics and Accounting

Skills

Monitoring Active Listening Speaking Critical Thinking Active Learning Reading Comprehension Learning Strategies Writing
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Taxation Experts

Taxation experts advise on tax matters and assess tax liabilities.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

4.61%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£28,818
Entry
£53,091
Median
£93,141
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Represents Government, client or employer in contested claims before tax officials or an independent tribunal.
  • Discusses disputed cases with accountants and other specialists.
  • Stays abreast of all changes in tax law and precedent.
  • Considers particular problems concerning all forms of personal and company taxation.
  • Examines accounts of industrial, commercial and other establishments to determine their tax liability and adjusts claims where necessary.

Knowledge

Economics and Accounting Mathematics Clerical Customer and Personal Service Computers and Electronics Law and Government English Language

Skills

Active Listening Active Learning Mathematics Monitoring Critical Thinking Learning Strategies Speaking Reading Comprehension Writing
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