Level 5 Operational Management Apprenticeship

• Duration: 15 months (excluding End Point Assessment)
• Apprenticeship Standard: Operations manager / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
• Location: Delivered through either face-to-face workshops or virtual learning supported by our client-branded Learning Management System (LMS).

Management apprenticeships are fully funded through a levy scheme operated by HMRC which deducts .5% of annual payroll above 3 million pounds. Employers can access this fund when they employ an approved Apprenticeship provider such as ourselves to deliver the programme.

Cherith Simmons can directly access the funding to pay for the apprentices’ training. Other schemes provide full funding for smaller organisations, which Cherith Simmons can access on your behalf.

Funding is currently worth £7000.00 per apprentice making the training effectively free for levy paying employers.

Businesses with payrolls over £3 million per year can access the apprenticeship levy and can access 100% funding whilst, Businesses with under £3 payroll per year can still access 95% of the funding.

There are no age or length of service restrictions so apprenticeships can be used to upskill existing managers.

Apprentices in this programme will learn to:

• Lead and Manage Teams: Build high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and effective performance management.
• Develop Strategic Plans: Create and implement business strategies that drive long-term success.
• Manage Projects: Oversee complex projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Enhance Operations: Improve organisational processes, boost efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Drive Business Success: Set and manage operational goals, ensuring business targets are consistently met.
• Lead Change: Drive innovation and manage organisational change with confidence.
• Ensure Compliance and Risk Management: Follow legal, regulatory, and industry best practices while managing risks effectively.

Upon completion, apprentices will receive the ILM Level 5 leadership and Management qualification. This certification is highly valued across the UK, boosting career prospects and preparing learners for leadership roles in a wide range of sectors.