Empower new and aspiring managers with the confidence, tools and behaviours to lead teams effectively and inspire success. 

Delivered in partnership with Raise the Bar, this Level 3 apprenticeship equips emerging team leaders with the essential skills to thrive in their roles. Designed for new and aspiring managers, the programme tackles real-world leadership challenges—from communication and conflict resolution to emotional intelligence and project management. 

Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy, it offers a flexible, remote learning experience that builds confident, proactive leaders and strengthens your organisation’s leadership pipeline  

Who is this programme for?

This programme is ideal for individuals stepping into their first leadership role or currently managing small teams. It supports those ready to move from task-focused delivery to people-focused leadership, helping them grow into confident, proactive managers who drive team performance and contribute to organisational success. 

Best fit for: 

  • New or aspiring team leaders and supervisors managing day-to-day operations. 
  • Individuals responsible for motivating others and delivering results through people. 
  • Those looking to build confidence, communication, and decision-making skills. 
  • Employees identified for future leadership roles within succession planning. 
  • Professionals aiming to enhance their emotional intelligence and people management capabilities.

What will they learn?

This programme equips emerging leaders with the practical skills needed to transition from individual contributor to confident team manager. It focuses on the core capabilities required to lead effectively, navigate complexity, and drive team performance. 

Key skills: 

  • Operational excellence: Deliver results through structured planning and resource management. 
  • Effective communication: Build trust and influence across stakeholders and teams. 
  • Problem-solving and decision-making: Apply data-driven thinking to resolve challenges and manage risk. 
  • People management: Motivate, coach and develop team members to achieve shared goals. 
  • Financial awareness: Understand budgeting and resource allocation to support business priorities 

Key facts

Level
Level 3 Team Leaders
Qualification
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Duration
13 months plus three months for Apprenticeship Assessment
Provider
Raise the Bar in partnership with Grant Thornton
Entry requirements
Must be working in a role that provides the opportunity to apply learning
Schedule
Includes workshops, masterclasses, collaborative coaching, validations, formal reviews, mock EPA and gateway meeting
Delivery
Delivered remotely for maximum flexibility
Assessment
Achievement is gained through completion of Apprenticeship Assessment activities
Fees and funding
Fully funded to £5,000 by the Apprenticeship Levy
OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH RAISE THE BAR

Empowering leadership through transformative learning

Our partnership with Raise the Bar is built on a shared vision to inspire, motivate and develop individuals and teams to reach their full potential. Raise the Bar brings world-class speakers and cutting-edge leadership insights to organisations, blending lived experience with impactful development programmes.  

Its commitment to forward-thinking and lasting change complements Grant Thornton’s practical commercial insight and strategic perspective. Together, we deliver learning experiences that foster resilience, collaboration and performance-boosting morale, sparking innovation and aligning teams with a shared vision for success.  

Why Raise the Bar? 

  • Real-world impact through lived experience - Programmes led by  world-class speakers with authentic leadership experience. 
  • Award-winning excellence - Recognised for its outstanding contribution to leadership and talent development, earning accolades that reflect its commitment to quality, innovation and measurable impact. 
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