Learning and Skills Teacher

Code

ST0149

Band

Level 5

Duration

18 Months

Maximum Funding Band

£7000

Employer Contribution

£350

Train Skilled Educators to Inspire and Develop Learners

High-quality teaching is essential for student success in further education, higher education, and workplace training. The Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship is designed for organisations looking to develop skilled educators who can engage learners, enhance learning outcomes, and support workforce development.

This apprenticeship is ideal for colleges, training providers, and employers delivering workplace education who want to upskill staff into professional teaching roles.

Why Invest in a Learning and Skills Teacher Apprentice?

Develop Highly Skilled Educators – Train employees to deliver engaging and effective teaching

Improve Learner Outcomes – Ensure high-quality training that enhances skills and employability.

Reduce Costs – No National Insurance contributions for apprentices under 25, saving your business money.

Fully Funded Training – Use your Apprenticeship Levy or access 95% government funding if you’re a non-levy payer.

Real-Time Training Insights – Monitor apprentice progress through our Aptem platform with full employer access.

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This programme develops competent and confident educators who can deliver engaging, learner-focused teaching. Key learning areas include:

Planning & Delivering Lessons – Designing and delivering engaging lessons in further education or workplace settings.
Classroom & Behaviour Management – Creating an inclusive and productive learning environment.
Assessment & Feedback – Evaluating learner progress and providing targeted support.
Learning Theories & Teaching Strategies – Applying evidence-based methods to improve student engagement.
Coaching & Mentoring – Supporting learners through tailored guidance and professional development.
Industry-Specific Teaching Skills – Adapting teaching for different vocational and academic subjects.

Apprentices will also gain Maths and English Level 2 qualifications (if not already achieved).

At Tees Apprenticeships, we provide a blended learning approach that ensures apprentices develop practical teaching skills while applying their learning in real classroom or training environments:

On-the-Job Training – Apprentices apply teaching methods in real educational settings.
Dedicated Tutor Support – Monthly 1-2-1 coaching and structured progress reviews.
Blended Learning Model – Online lessons, live virtual workshops, and classroom-based observations.
Employer Access to Aptem – Full visibility of apprentice progress, assessments, and compliance.
Teesside Training Centre – Face-to-face training and networking opportunities for teaching professionals.

Our structured programme ensures apprentices gain practical teaching expertise while maintaining their professional responsibilities.

We provide full wraparound support, including:

✔ Recruitment Assistance – Finding the right apprentice for your business.
✔ Government Funding Guidance – Helping you access 95% funding if you’re a non-levy payer.

✔ Extra £1000 to support your apprentice if they are 16-18 years old or 19-24 years old with an education, health and care (EHC) plan, or 19-24 years old and have been in care.

✔ No National Insurance Contributions – Employers pay no NI for apprentices under 25 (up to £50,000 salary).
✔ Regular Progress Reviews – Ensuring apprentices develop in line with your business needs.
✔ Ongoing Support – Our 24/7 safeguarding app ensures apprentices feel supported

Key message here should be:

Tees Apprenticeships is part of Medipro Limited, a trusted training provider with a 93.3% achievement rate (compared to the national average of 54.6%). Our learner-focused approach ensures 77% of apprentices achieve Merit or Distinction.
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Full blended, online tracking software to ensure a timely achievement.
Employer interface to see in ‘real time’ the progress of their staff.
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