Leading with Confidence

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BUSINESS TRAINING

LEADING WITH CONFIDENCE

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LEADING WITH CONFIDENCE

Developing you and your employees to meet the current and long

term needs of your business boosts productivity and provides you with a

competitive edge.

Trafford and Stockport College Group offers a wide range of leadership

and professional development training and accredited qualifications,

including specialised programmes in coaching and mentoring.

We recognise that all organisations are different, and our flexible courses

can be tailored to meet the specific learning and development needs

of employers of all sizes, across all industries and sectors. In addition,

training is practically based to ensure learning is directly transferred to

the work environment.

Our courses have a unique structure that allows employers the freedom

to select from a wide range of optional units. This freedom will allow

you to build training programmes that will deliver the specific skills and

knowledge that you require from your leadership and management teams.

Our leadership and management training includes:

CHRISTIAN MANCIER

PARTNER, GORVINS SOLICITORS

I have had the opportunity to

undertake a Certificate in the

Principles of Management and

Leadership at Stockport College.

This has helped me understand

in far more depth different

management styles and theories

and has provided me with some

assurance over my own naturally

developed management style.

Additionally, the course has made

me look at my own business in a

different light helping me identify

areas where improvements can

be made.

Professional qualifications

Bespoke training

Coaching and mentoring

Higher Technical Qualifications

Tailored workshops

Apprenticeships

Short Courses

Work based qualifications

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CONTENTS

Leading with Confidence 2

Benefits of working with Trafford

and Stockport College Group 4

Coaching and Mentoring 5

People Management 12

Apprenticeships 20

Get in touch 25

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WHY CHOOSE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP?

The Trafford and Stockport College Group offers customisable training

programs designed to meet the specific needs of employers.

Whether it’s leadership and management training, technical skills

development, or industry-specific certifications, the college group can

tailor programs to align with the goals and objectives of employers.

INDUSTRY

EXPERTISE:

Through our Employer Partnerships Team,

receive a comprehensive assessment and

skills plan as well as accessing the latest

industry trends and emerging technology

to enhance your business and your

people.

FLEXIBLE

DELIVERY

OPTIONS:

Whether it’s in-person classes, online

courses, or a blend of the two, employees

can access training without disrupting

daily operations.

RECRUITMENT

& RETENTION

SUPPORT:

Organisations committed to the

continuing professional development of

their people also see the benefit of better

workforce recruitment and retention.

employers@tscg.ac.uk

0161 296 5950

ACCESS TO

FUNDING

OPPORTUNITIES:

We’ll help you navigate available funding

opportunities and government grants to

minimise the cost of training.

INDUSTRY

PARTNERSHIPS

AND NETWORKING:

Benefit from networking opportunities,

collaboration on workforce development

initiatives and access talent pools

through internship programs, job fairs and

recruitment events.

We are so impressed with how well the programmes have been run by

TSCG, the way the team understand the ICO and our learners is brilliant.

It’s great to have the consistency of the tutors as well.

JESS SCRAGG EARLY TALENT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER AT ICO

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COACHING AND MENTORING

LEVEL 2 AWARD

IN MENTORING

Duration 8 weeks

Time

2 hours a week, 4 - 6pm

Location Stockport College

Cost £150

Awarded by NCFE

This qualification will allow individuals to gain a deep

understanding of mentoring and the benefits of

developing good practice. It has been designed for

those who wish to develop their knowledge and skills

to understand and undertake effective mentoring in

a range of situations, such as an organisation, the

voluntary sector and community groups.

You will gain insight into the role and practice of mentorship and

become clear about mentor / mentee relationships as well as develop

the specific skills and understanding to mentor. The course will ensure

you follow good practice by encouraging you to reflect on your

learning and work performance to help you fully understand the

benefits of mentoring.

You will be assessed through a range of methods including written

reports and carrying out interviews. On successful completion you

may wish to consider progression opportunities to other qualifications

such as:

ILM Level 3 Award or Certificate in Effective Coaching

ILM Level 3 Award or Certificate in Effective Mentoring

ILM Level 3 Award or Certificate in Leadership & Management

For further information including the next available start dates

please contact 0161 296 5950 or employers@tscg.ac.uk

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LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN


The Level 3 Qualification in Coaching and

Mentoring is designed for supervisors and first-line

managers, to support the development of coaching

and mentoring skills and techniques of individuals

and teams, alongside working to achieve

organisational objectives.

From the course you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the

principles of coaching and mentoring, as well as the essential skills

required of both coaches and mentors. By exploring the impact of

coaching and mentoring on individual, team, and organisational

performance, you’ll uncover the potential these practices have in driving

success and the impact on individual and team needs, examining how

the coaching and mentoring processes meet unique requirements.

You will be assessed through a range of methods including written reports

and carrying out interviews. On successful completion you may wish to

consider progression opportunities to other qualifications such as:

Level 5 award in the Principles of Professional Coaching

Level 5 award in Professional Mentoring Practice



Duration

Time

Location

4 weeks

Cost £395

Awarded by

4 hours a week.

Various days and times

are available on request

Online and on campus at

Stockport College

Chartered Management

Institute


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LEVEL 3 AWARD IN INFORMATION,

ADVICE & GUIDANCE

This qualification aims to provide learners with the skills

and underpinning knowledge required by employers in

a broad range of contexts where information, advice or

guidance is provided.

The qualifications are appropriate for individuals who have responsibility

for information, advice or guidance as part of their core work and for

those who may be involved in general signposting within the sector. The

qualifications also support work-based learning within the sector.

They are also appropriate qualifications for those who may be giving

advice in the Voluntary Sector, health workers and anyone in the advicegiving

sector who would benefit from a programme of study which

reinforces good practice, provides underpinning knowledge and give

formal recognition for learning and skills developed through experience.

The qualifications aim to up-skill the personal advisor workforce and to

fill the acknowledged gap in provision at this level. They also give formal

recognition to the work of those who may have already been giving

information, advice, or guidance in an informal role.

Entry requirements:

Duration

Time

Location

Cost

Awarded by

6 weeks

3.5 hours a week. Various days

and times are available on request.


Stockport College

FREE for eligible applicants

NOCN

You must be aged 19+. You are expected to have achieved a minimum

of 4 GCSEs including Maths and English at a grade C or above. You will

be asked to complete an initial assessment to ensure literacy skills are

sufficient to do well on the course. You should have a level 2 for both Maths

and English to commence the programme or be working at this level.

You must have access to a computer/laptop at home supported by Wi Fi.

This is to enable access to all online materials throughout the programme

via Microsoft Teams.



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LEVEL 5 AWARD IN

THE PRINCIPLES OF

PROFESSIONAL COACHING

Ideal for middle managers this qualification is

designed to support the development of the

knowledge of professional coaching, helping you

understand the core requirements for effective

coaching practice.

You will be introduced to the principles of professional coaching,

including the similarities and differences with other methods

of support and the rationale for its delivery. There is a focus on

the roles and responsibilities within the coaching relationship,

organisational, legal, and ethical frameworks, and quality

assurance.

You will also learn about the wide range of strategies for delivering

professional coaching and be able to apply your understanding

of approaches, models, tools and techniques to develop a

strategy to respond to different needs and expectations.

Duration

Time

Location

4 weeks

Cost £425

Awarded by

4 hours a week.




Stockport College

Chartered Management Institute


reports and carrying out interviews. On successful completion

you may wish to consider progression opportunities to other

qualifications such as:

Level 5 award in Professional Mentoring Practice




9 Duration 16 weeks

LEVEL 5 AWARD IN PROFESSIONAL

MENTORING PRACTICE

Designed for practising or aspiring Mentors, who can

apply their learning, to develop their skills in this area

and/or progress onto further learning, this qualification

provides an overview of principles of mentoring practice.

It explores the underpinning skills and knowledge to identify the

role of mentoring in relation to coaching, how management and

leadership principles can underpin practice, and deliver mentoring

that empowers mentees to work towards meaningful goals.

Mentoring is a tool increasingly used to develop talent within an

organisation, boost engagement and foster a sense of wellbeing

and belonging. Mentoring has the power to improve the mentee’s

confidence, quality, consistency, and productivity in their work as

well as being a strategy used to support the mentee to develop

knowledge, skills, values, and behaviours.


reports and carrying out interviews.

Time

Location

Cost £600

Awarded by

4 hours a week.




Stockport College


Institute



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LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

This qualification is designed for practising

middle managers and leaders who are typically

accountable to a senior manager or business

owners. It is aimed at leaders looking to effectively

manage projects, although the qualification is also

open to learners wishing to build on their general

management skills.

By studying this course, you will look at developing teams and

individuals, creating operational plans, planning and managing

projects, managing change, managing finance, resources and

identifying new approaches to business activities, managing

quality and continuous improvement as well as managing the

human resources function.

Duration

Time

Location

12 weeks

Cost £450

Awarded by

3 hours a week

Online and at Trafford College,

Stretford campus


The course is suited to practising or aspiring managers in

roles such as project management, operations, divisional

and departmental managers as well as regional or specialist

management roles.



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LEVEL 7 AWARD IN THE

STRATEGIC IMPACT OF

COACHING & MENTORING

This qualification is designed for managers and

leaders who have the authority and responsibility

for developing and implementing a coaching and

mentoring strategy across the organisation. The

qualification requires managers and leaders to build

on their strategic management and leadership skills

and to focus on the requirements of embedding

these skills into an organisation’s strategy.

Typical units covered as part of the qualification include organisational

coaching and mentoring, coaching and mentoring policies and

the strategic impact of coaching and mentoring. You will also cover

leadership coaching and mentoring skills as well as leading equality and

diversity in your organisation.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, you can progress to

further learning within the suite of Level 7 Qualifications in Strategic

Management and Leadership in Practice - i.e. completing an Award and

topping-up to Certificate or Diploma such as:

Diploma in Management or Leadership

Diploma in Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring



Duration

Time

Location

3 weeks

Cost £750

Awarded by

4 hours a week.




Stockport College


Institute

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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

Duration

12 weeks

LEVEL 2 IN TEAM LEADING

This Level 2 qualification in Team Leading is an ideal

starting point for a career in HR and offers a highly

flexible approach to learning as well as being

designed for practising or aspiring leaders who wish

to develop their team leading skills and knowledge.

Time

Location

Cost

Awarded by

3 hours a week. Various days and

times are available on request.


Stockport College

Funded


By undertaking this qualification, you will be developing your

skills in leading a team, achieving team and organisation

objectives, and contributing to planning, problem solving and

decision making.

You will be required to complete a minimum of three units,

totalling a minimum of 15 Credits, and these units covers skills

including responsibilities for team welfare, communication

with your team, developing motivational techniques for

performance, planning, and implementing.

You will be assessed through a range of methods including

written reports and carrying out interviews. On successful

completion you may wish to consider progression

opportunities to other qualifications such as:

Level 3 CMI Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring

Level 3 CMI Diploma in Management and Leadership



PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

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LEVEL 3 FOUNDATION

CERTIFICATE IN PEOPLE PRACTICE

This internationally recognised and vocationally relevant HR

qualification makes students extremely employable. It is for

new and aspiring entrants into HR or existing HR personnel,

HR administrators or Line Managers who wish to obtain

a detailed understanding of the knowledge and skills

necessary for HR management and practice.

Key units of this course include:

Business, culture and change in context

Principles of analytics

Core behaviours for people professionals

Essentials of people practice

Other information / criteria:

To enrol on this course, you:

Must be aged 19+ are expected to have achieved a minimum of 5

GCSEs including maths and English at a grade C or above.

Will be asked to complete an initial assessment to ensure your literacy

skills are sufficient to do well on the course.

Must have access to a computer / laptop at home.

Duration

Time

Location

Cost

Awarded by

35 weeks

4:30pm - 9pm

Trafford College (Stretford campus)

or Stockport College

Funded (GMCA Residents)

Chartered Institute of Personnel

and Development

Must purchase the prescribed textbook and become a member of

CIPD within the 4 weeks of the programme commencing. The cost will

be confirmed on enrolment.

It is also an essential requirement of the course for you to be working

actively within a HR role. You will need to complete an additional 5-hour

study time per week outside the course timetable.



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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA

IN THE PRINCIPLES OF

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

Do you want to lead with confidence?

This qualification is ideal for practicing and aspiring

confident in your role. The qualification will support

and help you make the transition from working in a

team to ‘leading a team’.

Benefits for individuals:

Learn core leadership and management skills

Put these skills into practice in your workplace

Improve your team’s performance

Get nationally recognised qualifications

The units in these qualifications cover a wide range of skills, knowledge

and understanding. These include units that focus on communication,

working with people, providing direction and leadership, and getting results

– from problem-solving to planning and monitoring workloads.

Entry requirements:


of 4 GCSEs including Maths and English at a grade C or above. You will

be asked to complete an initial assessment to ensure literacy skills are

and English to commence the programme or be working at this level.

You must have access to a computer/laptop at home supported by Wi Fi.

This is to enable access to all online materials throughout the programme


please contact: 0161 296 5950 or employers@tscg.ac.uk

Benefits for employers:

Motivated and competent team leaders

Increased productivity

Customise these qualifications to suit

organisational and individual needs

Workplace-based assessment

transferred to the job

Duration

Time

Location

Cost

Awarded by

12 weeks (certificate)

36 weeks funded* (diploma)

Every 2 weeks.




Stockport College

£350 (certificate)

£724 (diploma)


Institute

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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN

MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP

This qualification is designed for aspiring or practising

middle managers and leaders who are typically

accountable to a senior manager or business owner. The

primary role of a practising or aspiring manager and

leader at level 5 is to lead and manage individuals and

teams to deliver the aims andobjectives in line with the

organisational strategy.

The Level 5 Diploma will cover the following in addition to the topics

covered for the certificate:

Tools and techniques for developing, managing, and leading

teams and individuals

How to create and deliver operational plans

Setting and managing budgets and forecasting

Using reflective practice to manage own personal and

professional development

Principles of management and leadership including an overview

of current models and theories

Managing both internal and external stakeholder relationships

Theories and models for successfully managing change

Entry requirements:


of 4 GCSEs including Maths and English at a grade C or above.

Management qualification at Level 3 or above is desirable

Ideally have experience in a management role with responsibility for

managing and leading a team



Tools and techniques for managing projects

Duration

Time

Location

35 weeks

Cost £724

Awarded by

Flexible with a variety of

start dates


Stockport College


Institute

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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

Duration 35 weeks

LEVEL 5 ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA

IN PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

This internationally recognised and vocationally

relevant HR qualification makes students extremely

employable. This course is designed for those

individuals wishing to improve their knowledge and

skills in HR at Advisor/Business Partner level, as well as

developing their critical writing and problem-solving

skills where you will study and learn the following:

Time

Location

Cost £1975

Awarded by

1pm – 4:30pm

Online and on campus at Trafford

College (Stretford campus)

Chartered Institute of Personnel

and Development

Core units:

Organisational performance and culture in practice

Evidence-based practice

Professional behaviours and valuing people

Specialist units:

Employment relationship management

Talent management and workforce planning

Reward for performance and contribution

Students will need to purchase the course textbook (approximate

cost £60). Students must also become members of the CIPD within

the first 4 weeks of the course starting and pay a membership fee

of £160. You will also be expected to complete additional study

outside the timetable of a minimum of 8 hours per week.



* An Advanced Learner Loan may be available on request at Enrolment towards

£724 of course fees. Additional course fees can be paid in instalments by completing

a direct debit form provided by the Finance team. You must make a minimum 25%

deposit payment when you enrol with the remaining fees being split into 6 monthly

payments, starting the month after your course starts.

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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

LEVEL 7 AWARD IN STRATEGIC

APPROACHES TO MENTAL

HEALTH & WELLBEING

The aim of the award is for senior leaders to

understand the impact of mental health and

wellbeing on organisational performance.

organisational objectives. Leaders will critically

assess the complexities of managing wellbeing and

will appraise contemporary approaches for the

creation of healthy work systems.

The unit culminates in leaders being given the opportunity to propose

a series of recommendations to create and sustain a positive culture of

mental health and wellbeing within an organisational context.

Strategies for mental health and wellbeing must be a priority for all

organisations seeking to improve their productivity, capability, reputation

and quality of outcomes. Prioritising mental health and wellbeing in

the workplace is rapidly gaining traction through political and social

campaigning. People are challenging the ‘always-on’ 24/7 culture, and

the term ‘work-life’ balance is emerging as a requirement, rather than an

aspiration. The aim of the unit is for leaders to understand the impact of

mental health and wellbeing on organisational performance. Leaders will

critically assess the complexities of managing wellbeing and will appraise

contemporary approaches for the creation of healthy work systems. The

unit culminates in leaders being given the opportunity to propose a series

of recommendations to create and sustain a positive culture of mental

health and wellbeing within an organisational context.

You will be assessed by completing one assignment with a word count of

3500-4000 words including reflective evaluation of current organisational

position in relation to mental health and wellbeing and the proposal of a

strategy to promote mental health and wellbeing in an organisational context.



Duration

Time

Location

9 weeks

Cost £750

Awarded by

3 hours a week. Various days and times


Online and on campus at Stockport College


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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

LEVEL 7 AWARD IN STRATEGIC

APPROACHES TO EQUALITY,

DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

There is a moral, financial, and legal business case for

excellent practice in equality, diversity, and inclusion in

an organisational context. Ensuring it is led effectively

at a strategic level requires knowledge, understanding,

skills, behaviours, and tenacity to keep pace with the

momentum of change. Strategically, equality, diversity,

and inclusion (EDI) matters.

Duration

Time

Location

2 weeks

Cost £750

Awarded by

4.5 hours a week. Various days and

times are available on request.


Stockport College


An understanding of the topic not only impacts on the success of

strategic objectives, but it mitigates risk and enables a culture of

support and wellbeing to thrive.

The aim of this award is to enable senior leaders to develop an in-depth

understanding of EDI at a strategic level. Leaders will have the opportunity

to critically assess structural inequality within an organisational and

societal context. They will discuss approaches to comply with legal

and good practice requirements and to appraise the influence of EDI

on strategic objectives. The unit culminates in leaders being given the

opportunity to develop strategic priorities for EDI that can be applied to

their organisation.

You will be assessed by completing one assignment with a word count

of 3500-4000 words including reflective evaluation of your current

organisational position in relation to EDI and the proposal of a strategy to

promote EDI moving forwards.



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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

LEVEL 7 DIPLOMA IN

STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

AND LEADERSHIP PRACTICE

Do you strive for excellence? Do you deliver positive

results for your business? Can you track the link

between the two? This qualification is for individuals

operating at a senior level who wish to develop

strategic management and leadership practice and

who will have the knowledge, skills and behaviours to

drive business activities in a senior, regional, specialist,

director or CEO management and leadership role.

Duration

Time

Location

32 weeks

Cost £2450

Awarded by

Various days and times are

available on request.


Stockport College


Institute

As a Chartered Manager you’ll join a community of high

performing professional managers who are self-aware and skills

focused, delivering real value for their business. Our Level 7 CMI

Strategic Management and Leadership is equivalent to a 2/3

Master degree (120 credits) and can also be used for entry onto

a Masters Degree top up (60 credits)

The qualification covers four main topic areas which are

reflective of the tasks and activities required by managers

operating at this level:

Strategic Leadership

Leading and Developing People to Optimise Performance

Developing Organisational Strategy

Personal and Professional Development for Strategic Leaders



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APPRENTICESHIPS

Apprenticeships in leadership and

management offer a unique opportunity

for individuals to develop essential skills

while gaining practical experience in

a professional setting. These structured

programs combine on-the-job training

with off-the-job learning.

The government has announced that it will fully fund

apprenticeships in small businesses from 1st April 2024 by

paying the full cost of training for anyone up to the age

of 21 - reducing costs and burdens for businesses and

delivering more opportunities for young people to kick

start their careers.

From the start of April, the government

will also increase the amount of funding

that employers who are paying the

apprenticeship levy can pass on to

other businesses. Large employers who

pay the apprenticeship levy will be

able to transfer up to 50% of their funds

to support other businesses, including

smaller firms, to take on apprentices.

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APPRENTICESHIPS

LEVEL 3 TEAM LEADER OR SUPERVISOR

APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD

A Team Leader/Supervisor is a first line management

role, with operational/ 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.

Duration 15 months + 4 Months End Point Assessment

LEVEL 3 HR SUPPORT APPRENTICESHIP

STANDARD

Human Resource (HR) Professionals in this role are typically

either working in a medium to large organisation as part of

the HR function delivering front line support to managers and

employees, or are a HR Manager in a small organisation.

Their work is likely to include handling day to day queries and providing

HR advice; working on a range of HR processes, ranging from transactional

to relatively complex, from recruitment through to retirement; using HR

systems to keep records; providing relevant HR information to the business

and working with the business on HR changes


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APPRENTICESHIPS

LEVEL 4 ASSOCIATE PROJECT

MANAGEMENT APPRENTICESHIP

STANDARD

Projects can be defined and delivered within

different contexts, across diverse industry sectors.

They can be large or small. Every project needs to

be managed to ensure its success.

An associate project manager knows what needs to be

achieved, how it will be achieved, how long it will take and how

much it will cost, and works with the project team to achieve

the required outcomes. Associate project managers need

good planning, organisation, leadership, management and

communication skills. An associate project manager utilises

resources with suitable skills, qualifications, experience and

knowledge to work together in a motivated and integrated

team, with clearly defined reporting lines, roles, responsibilities

and authorities. Dependent upon the size of the organisations

and the complexity of projects, associate project managers’ job

titles will vary, but typically they can include: assistant project

manager, junior project manager, project team leader. Some

organisations use ‘project manager’ as a generic job title.

LEVEL 5 OPERATIONS OR DEPARTMENTAL

MANAGER APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD

An Operations/Departmental Manager is someone who

manages teams and/or projects, and achieves operational

or departmental goals and objectives, as part of the delivery

of the organisations’ strategy.

They are accountable to a more senior manager or business owner.

Working in the private, public or third sector and in all sizes of organisation,

specific responsibilities and job titles will vary, but the knowledge, skills and

behaviours needed will be the same.



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APPRENTICESHIPS

LEVEL 7 SENIOR LEADER

APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD

Senior Leaders are a key component of all

types of business model where there is a

workforce to lead, manage and support. The

broad purpose of the occupation is to provide

clear, inclusive and strategic leadership and

direction relating to their area of responsibility

within an organisation.

Typically, this involves setting, managing and monitoring

achievement of core objectives that are aligned to the

overall strategic objectives of their organisation’s Board

(or equivalent). In a smaller organisation they are also

likely to contribute to the execution and achievement of

these strategic objectives.


We are so impressed with how well the programmes

have been run by TSCG, the way the team understand

the ICO and our learners is brilliant. It’s great to have

the consistency of the tutors as well.

JESS SCRAGG EARLY TALENT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

AT ICO

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FLEXIBLE PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS

BUSINESS TRAINING

LEADING WITH

CONFIDENCE

Any course fees over £500.00 can be paid in

instalments by completing a direct debit form

provided by the Finance team.

You must make a minimum 25% deposit payment

when you enrol with the remaining fees being split

into 6 monthly payments, starting the month after

your course starts.

CONTACT US

employers@tscg.ac.uk

0161 296 5950

trafford.tscg.ac.uk

stockport.tscg.ac.uk

Trafford College, Stretford campus, Talbot Rd,

Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M32 0XH

Stockport College, Wellington Road South,

Stockport, SK1 3UQ

Leading with Confidence

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