Employers gain qualified teachers who can deliver high quality learning, raise learner outcomes and contribute to organisational improvement.
Learning & Skills Teacher
- Level 5
- Ofqual Regulated
- 18 Month Programme
- 3 Month EPA Period
- Remote Delivery
- Bi-Weekly Online Sessions
- Industry Specialist Tutor
Course Summary
Purpose
The Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher apprenticeship equips individuals to teach in further education, adult education and work-based learning. It develops the skills to plan and deliver high quality learning, inspire learners and contribute to the wider organisation. Employers gain qualified staff who can raise standards and meet the needs of learners across a wide range of contexts.
Course Overview
The programme covers professional standards, pedagogy, planning and delivering effective teaching, empowering learners and providing education and guidance. Apprentices gain practical classroom experience while developing the knowledge and behaviours to work as confident teachers in post-16 and adult education.
Key Features
- Builds strong knowledge of pedagogy and effective teaching practice
- Develops skills to plan, deliver and evaluate impactful lessons
- Strengthens ability to support and empower diverse learners
- Includes careers education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG)
Who is it for?
This apprenticeship is suited to individuals who want to pursue a teaching career in further education, adult education or training providers. Typical job titles include:
- Learning and Skills Teacher
- Further Education Lecturer
- Adult Education Tutor
- Trainer/Assessor
Benefits for Learners
Learners gain the qualification, confidence and skills to begin a teaching career in post-16 education. Completion supports progression into advanced teaching roles or further study at Level 6 and beyond.
Benefits for Employers
Entry Requirements
- 18 or over and not in full-time education
- Employed in a relevant role
- Be working a minimum of 30 hours per week
- Have the right to work in the UK
Functional Skills
All apprentices are required to have a minimum of Level 2 in English and Maths.
If you already hold GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher in these subjects, you will not need to complete any additional qualifications. If you have not yet achieved these grades, you will be supported to work towards Functional Skills in English and/or Maths as part of your apprenticeship.
Learning is built into your apprenticeship and our team will provide the guidance and resources you need to achieve the required level.
Career Progression
Every apprenticeship at Educationwise is designed with clear next steps in mind. Learners can progress from entry-level roles through to specialist and managerial positions, depending on their chosen pathway.
You can view the full progression routes for this programme in our Career Progression PDF, which highlights how each qualification links to further development opportunities.
Curriculum
| Module | Months | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1–2 | Learning Launch |
| 2 | 2–4 | Meeting Professional Standards |
| 3 | 4–6 | Understanding Pedagogy |
| 4 | 6–8 | Plan, Deliver and Evaluate Effective Teaching |
| 5 | 8–10 | Empowering Learners |
| 6 | 10–12 | Student Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) |
| 7 | 12–14 | Progression and Preparation |
Assessment
Once learners have completed their training and reached Gateway they move on to the End-Point Assessment which takes place over a four-month period. This includes a panel interview, a presentation with questions and answers, a practical observation and professional discussions to assess overall competence. Learners who successfully complete the programme will achieve the Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher apprenticeship standard, a nationally recognised qualification that supports progression into teaching roles across further education and adult learning.
Funding For Employers
Levy
- If your organisation has an annual wage bill of over £3 million, you will pay the apprenticeship levy (0.5% of your payroll).
- Levy funds are collected through your HMRC account and can be used to cover the full cost of apprenticeship training and assessment.
- Funds expire after 24 months if not used.
Non-Levy
- If your organisation has a wage bill of under £3 million, you will only contribute 5% of the training costs for each apprentice.
- The government funds the remaining 95%.
- For employers with fewer than 50 staff, apprentices aged 16–18 (or 19–24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan) are 100% government funded.
Additional Information
- Employers may also be eligible for incentive payments for hiring younger apprentices.
- Our team will guide you through the process of setting up a digital apprenticeship service (DAS) account and securing funding.
Expression of Interest
Contact Us
- info@education-wise.org
- 01173 790 450
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