To find out more information and enrol, please visit the website (below): Harris Institute of Teaching & Learning
This is a fully-funded 14-month programme designed to equip Practitioners with the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to foster continuous improvement in their Academies through the development of teaching and learning.
The focus is on developing teaching and learning using a variety of tools and techniques, including project management tools to ensure that student outcomes, teacher development, and learning culture are consistently improved. Practitioners will develop the ability to lead change initiatives, support teachers, and make data-driven decisions to enhance educational quality and student success.
Eligibility Requirements
Be an aspiring or current Lead Practitioner, Middle or Senior Leader (with Principal approval)
Have lived in the UK/EEA for the past 3 years and work mainly in England
Hold an employment contract covering the full programme (17 months)
This programme is fully funded by the Apprenticeship Levy. There are rules that govern eligibility. If you find you do not meet one or more of the eligibility criteria above, please get in touch with the Apprenticeships team at Apprenticeships@harrisinstitute.org.uk.
Participation in this programme is subject to Headteacher approval. In-person training sessions are mandatory in order to gain the qualification.
Benefits
Leading Teaching and Learning:
Upskilling practitioners with the latest research in educational theory and techniques, such as cognitive science and lead implementation change projects.
Learn the principles of a cycle of evaluation when leading teaching and learning in a team
Collaboration and Communication:
Development of communication and collaboration skills, allowing practitioners to engage with teachers and to lead collaborative improvement efforts.
Effective Lesson Observations:
To know how to conduct a lesson observation and series of learning walks and use data analysis and process mapping techniques to identify and address barriers to learning.
AI and Digital Tools:
Apprentices also develop an understanding of how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools can support data analysis, automate processes, and enhance decision making.
Harris Institute of T&L - Level 4 Lead Practitioner
Apprenticeship Programme
Harris Institute of Teaching & Learning is a Leading Apprenticeship Provider Delivering education-based programmes with academic equivalencies.
Train while you work – Gain qualifications without leaving your role.
Expert-led training – Develop leadership and specialist skills with industry professionals.
Study method - Blended learning
You will progress your career to the next level.
Curriculum and Outcomes
“Apprentices study an ambitious curriculum, which has a very positive impact on their development.”
Programme Leaders and Tutors
“Leaders and managers make sure that apprentices are taught by highly skilled and experienced tutors and programme leads.”
Employers and Line Managers
“Line managers provide effective support for apprentices at work. They make sure that apprentices have good opportunities to consolidate, practise and develop […] Line managers value the positive contribution that apprentices make at work.”
About Harris Institute of Teaching & Learning
Since 2019, Harris Federation has been an employer provider of apprenticeships, and more recently our Harris Institute of Teaching & Learning has attained Main Provider Status too. This enables us to deliver our education-based programmes to apprentices and employers across the country.
In January 2024, we were excited to receive a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted for our first apprenticeship inspection. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams, and of course, our fantastic learners on both programmes.
Contact Harris Institute of Teaching & Learning
Ready to start your learning journey? Contact us today to discuss your next steps:
Telephone No: 0203 540 0360
Scan the QR code below to apply or to find more information by our team.
