TEAM LEADER Apprenticeship
Level 3
90% of apprentices will remain in employment after completing their apprenticeship
83% of apprentices say their apprenticeship has improved their career prospects
This programme is designed to equip first-time and mid-level leaders with the essential skills to lead teams effectively and deliver results. With guidance from an experienced coach, you’ll develop a practical leadership toolkit grounded in real-world application.
You’ll learn how to build strong stakeholder relationships, communicate with impact, and manage information and resources with confidence. The programme also focuses on key management responsibilities such as budget ownership, project contribution, and, critically, performance management. Through proven techniques and coaching behaviours, you’ll gain the ability to set clear expectations, provide effective feedback, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within your team.
Why choose this apprenticeship?
- BOOST YOUR SKILLS - You’ll learn how to assess situations, weigh risks, and make sound decisions aligned with business goals - essential for effective leadership at any level.
- EARN A WAGE – Apprentices are classed as employees, which means getting paid while gaining valuable work experience. You'll be learning while applying new skills in a real working environment
- TRAIN IN THE WORKPLACE - Put your training into practice in the workplace alongside your studies and gain vital hands-on experience. Understand how to create a positive team culture, delegate effectively, resolve conflict, and align your team around shared goals.
- AWARD WINNING UNIVERSITY - Study at the highest ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024)
What is covered in this apprenticeship?
- Strategic Leadership and Organisational Awareness
- Operational Management and Resource Planning
- Project and Change Management
- People Management and Development
- Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
- Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
- Sustainability and External Influences
- Effective Leadership Styles and Approaches.
Our facilities
Our learning spaces at University College Birmingham ensure you have the right environments to build your knowledge, from lecture theatres to interactive group working spaces and extensive library resources.
Our £44 million Moss House campus includes an exhibition space to showcase your work to assessors and prospective employers, as well as our Enterprise Hive service which helps budding entrepreneurs with start-ups
Our campus buildings feature lecture theatres equipped with the latest technology, as well as comfortable tutorial and seminar rooms and private meeting rooms
Key information
Entry requirements
Apprentices on this programme must have a minimum of a Level 2 in maths and english. An initial assessment will be completed as part of your enrolment.
All apprentices must be employed full-time and their employer must be willing to support them through the apprenticeship.
How to apply
To apply you must already be employed, and your employer must agree to you completing this apprenticeship. Once this is in place please contact apprenticeships@ucb.ac.uk who will guide you and your employer through the process.
Please do not apply directly to the university for this apprenticeship. If you have an enquiry, please reach out to our team.
Teaching and assessment
We use a wide range of assessment strategies to support all styles of learning including:
• Written and work based assignments
• practical observations and projects.
• Professional discussions
On completion of the apprenticeship, all learners will undertake an end-point assessment which is comprised of a professional discussion supported by a portfolio of work and presentation. The end-point assessment takes place with an independent organisation. On completion, they will advise you of your grade.
Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Learning and Teaching Strategy 2025-2030.
Fees
As an apprentice, you won’t need to pay tuition fees. Both your employer and the government will cover these costs for you. This extends to degree apprenticeships as well, allowing you to gain valuable work experience and academic qualifications without tuition expenses.
You may be eligible for the Learner Support Fund, which assists college students with course-related costs such as essential uniform, equipment and travel. For more information, please visit our Financial Support for College Students page.
