AI & Data Apprenticeships That Transform Your Workforce.
From AI & Data to Coaching, Leadership & HR — TESS Group delivers bespoke apprenticeships, qualifications and professional development across 27+ programmes to organisations including the Financial Times, EDF Energy, Transport for London, Clarins, DPD, and Sunbelt Rentals. Delivered nationwide via live online sessions. 100% levy funded. Monthly starts. Zero compromise on quality.
27+ apprenticeships trusted by the Financial Times, EDF Energy, NHS, TfL, DPD & 60+ UK employers. Delivered nationwide online. 100% levy funded. Monthly starts.
Ofsted Good Provider
Independently verified quality across all programmes
4.9/5 on Google Reviews
Hundreds of 5-star reviews from learners and employers
4.9/5 on Trustpilot
Consistently among the highest-rated providers in the UK
Best Apprenticeship Provider
The Signature Awards — recognised for outstanding delivery
See What TESS Group Can Do for Your Organisation
Apprenticeships, qualifications, and workshops that transform how your people work.
Who We Work With
From government and local authorities to Premier League clubs, FTSE-listed companies, and the NHS — we partner with organisations who demand excellence.
Three Programmes Transforming UK Workforces
Our most popular apprenticeships — each combining cutting-edge skills with industry-recognised qualifications. 100% levy funded.
27+ Apprenticeships Across 7 Specialisms
Industry-leading programmes delivered by expert trainers. Bespoke to your organisation. Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. Monthly rolling starts.
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AI & Data Apprenticeships
From entry-level to degree-equivalent — building your AI-ready workforce
AI & Automation Practitioner
Turn every department into an AI-powered engine. Up to 5 industry qualifications included — Microsoft Certified, NCFE, BCS Foundation. £18,000 levy funded.
Data Operations Specialist
Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python and AI modules. No prior experience needed. Turns curious minds into confident data professionals with clear progression to Level 4.
Insight & Analytics Specialist
Python, SQL, Power BI, machine learning and AI. Two BCS qualifications included. Build analysts who predict what's coming next, not just report what happened.
AI & Machine Learning Fellowship
Advanced degree-equivalent apprenticeship in AI and machine learning. Python, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, and deployment. For experienced technologists stepping into AI leadership.
Digital & Marketing Apprenticeships
Digital technology, content creation, and multi-channel marketing
Digital Technology Specialist
Build internal digital champions who can support teams with technology, troubleshoot tech issues, and drive adoption of digital tools across your organisation. BCS RITTech accredited — fully funded up to £13,000.
Audience Engagement Producer
AI-powered content creation, audience analytics, and engagement strategy. Build the digital storytellers your brand needs in a social-first world.
Digital Engagement Strategist
Digital marketing, campaign automation, personalisation at scale. Use AI and data analytics to measure what actually drives results across every channel.
First-Line Leaders Apprenticeships
Team leaders, supervisors, and emerging managers — AI-powered and future-ready
The Data-Driven Team Leader
Combines data skills with leadership development. Three qualifications included — CMI Level 3 Award, NCFE Certificate in Data, and Data Technician certificate. The future-proof alternative to the defunding Team Leader L3.
Emerging People Leader
For new and aspiring team leaders stepping up for the first time. Builds core leadership skills including communication, delegation, coaching, and performance management.
AI for People Leaders
The UK's first AI apprenticeship designed for team leaders and supervisors. Build team-level AI capability, earn CMI Level 3 leadership and coaching credentials — no coding required.
Managers & Directors Apprenticeships
Operations managers, strategic leaders, and improvement specialists
AI for Operations Leaders
The UK's first AI apprenticeship for operations managers and department heads. Build departmental AI roadmaps, earn CMI Level 5 leadership and coaching credentials — no coding required.
Strategic Operations Leader
For experienced managers leading departments or large teams. Strategic planning, operational excellence, financial management, and organisational development.
Agile Project Delivery Specialist
APM PMQ pathway. Agile, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies. Budget management, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement for the modern project professional.
HR & L&D Apprenticeships
People professionals, learning specialists, and strategic talent partners
People & Culture Coordinator
Foundational HR skills including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HRIS management. The launchpad for a career in people management.
Learning & Development Practitioner
Design, deliver, and evaluate learning interventions. Includes CIPD Foundation Certificate + CMI L3 Coaching + NCFE Mental Health First Aid. For trainers, facilitators, and anyone moving into an L&D role.
Strategic Talent Partner
For experienced HR professionals seeking CIPD alignment. Talent strategy, organisational design, employee engagement, and strategic workforce planning.
L&D Consultant Business Partner
Align learning strategy with business objectives. Includes CIPD L5 Associate Diploma + CMI L5 Coaching + NCFE Equality & Diversity. The senior L&D role for strategic influence.
Coaching & Business Apprenticeships
Coaching professionals, business administrators, and solutions architects
AI for Coaching Professionals
The only AI apprenticeship combining advanced coaching skills with AI tools. Earn CMI Level 5 Coaching & Mentoring with embedded AI capability for deeper client engagement and professional practice.
Coaching Professional
Workshops rated 9.8/10 across 100+ reviews. Optional ILM Level 5. EMCC, ICF & AC pathways. For anyone who develops others — not just managers. Builds a coaching culture from within.
Commercial Solutions Architect
Requirements gathering, data modelling, stakeholder analysis, and solution design. Bridging the gap between business needs and technical delivery with AI-augmented insight.
Process Improvement Technician
Foundation continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma tools. Data collection, process mapping, and problem-solving for front-line teams driving operational efficiency.
Business Process Optimiser
Lean Six Sigma at Green Belt level. Process mapping, root cause analysis, and data-driven improvement.
Improvement Specialist
Advanced Lean Six Sigma at Black Belt level. Lead complex improvement projects, mentor Green Belts, and embed a continuous improvement culture across your organisation.
Operations & Customer Apprenticeships
Customer experience, improvement specialists, and data analysts
Cultural Learning & Participation Officer
Drive inclusion, community engagement, and cultural participation. For those championing accessibility, diversity, and engagement across organisations.
Business & Operations Coordinator
Modern business administration — project support, stakeholder communication, process documentation, and digital tools. The backbone of any operational team.
Customer Experience Champion
Deliver outstanding customer experiences across all channels. Complaint resolution, service strategy, and customer insight — building loyalty and driving retention.
Beyond Apprenticeships
Short courses, qualifications, and bespoke L&D programmes designed around your workforce.
Signature Programmes
L&D Workshops
Half-day and full-day sessions. Bookable as standalone or bolt-on to apprenticeship programmes.
Coaching for Performance
Half / Full day
Cyber Awareness
Half day
Data Storytelling
Full day
Short-Form Video
Full day
Inclusion & Belonging
Half / Full day
Navigating Change
Half / Full day
Neurodiversity
Half day
Sustainability
Half day
Creative Thinking
Half day
AI Policy Drafting
Full day
Menopause Awareness
Half day
Advanced AI Accelerator
Custom GPTs, Agentic AI
Insights Discovery
Psychometric Profiles
360 Feedback
Half day
Presentation Skills
Full day
Conflict Resolution
Half/Full day
Mental Health First Aid
Full day, NCFE
Difficult Conversations
Half day
Sales Skills
For Non-Sales People
Time Management
Half day
Professional Qualifications & Compliance Training
TESS Group is an accredited centre for CMI, ILM, and CIPD qualifications — from Level 3 to Level 7. Available as standalone professional development or embedded within apprenticeship programmes at no extra cost.
CMI Qualifications
ILM Qualifications
CIPD Qualifications
L&D Apprenticeship Pathways
What Our Learners & Employers Say
689 verified reviews across Google and Trustpilot — here's what people really think about TESS Group
An Award-Winning Provider Built on Results.
TESS Group (Training Event Safety Solutions) is an independent, Ofsted Good training provider delivering nationwide across England. We help organisations of every size achieve their talent strategy goals through work-based apprenticeships, professional qualifications, and bespoke learning & development programmes.
Our approach is different. We don't deliver off-the-shelf content. Every programme is designed around your organisation's strategic priorities, delivered by industry-expert trainers, and built to produce measurable business impact from day one. We work with organisations of every size — from the Financial Times and Transport for London to Clarins, DPD, Sunbelt Rentals, Eurofins, and multiple NHS trusts — delivering programmes that produce measurable business results.
From AI & Data to Coaching, Leadership, HR, and Business Operations — our 27+ programmes span Level 3 to Level 7, with monthly rolling starts and additional qualifications embedded at no extra cost. All programmes are delivered nationwide via live online sessions, with face-to-face delivery available on request.
Bespoke Design
Every programme tailored to your organisation's strategic priorities and culture
Expert Trainers
Industry practitioners with real-world experience, not academics reading slides
Measurable ROI
Programmes designed for tangible business results, not just qualifications
Continuous Support
Dedicated skills coaches, digital platforms, and employer engagement throughout
"TESS Group's approach was completely different. They understood our business, designed around our challenges, and the results exceeded every target we set."
We Deliver Across England
Our trainers and coaches are based around the country, not in one office. Every programme is delivered via live online sessions on Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Face-to-face delivery is also available for closed cohorts running a hybrid model.
From Dorset to Durham — wherever your teams are, we're there.
Recognised by the Bodies That Matter
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything employers need to know about working with TESS Group
How does Apprenticeship Levy funding work?
Can I use my Levy to fund standalone qualifications like CMI, ILM, or CIPD?
How much time do apprentices spend away from work?
Can existing employees do an apprenticeship?
What makes TESS different from other training providers?
Do you offer programmes outside of London and the South East?
What happens at the End-Point Assessment (EPA)?
How quickly can we get started?
What Makes Us Different
We don't just deliver apprenticeships. We design outcomes. Here's how we compare to the rest of the market.
Bespoke, Not Off-the-Shelf
Every programme designed around your organisation's strategic priorities. We listen first, then build training that delivers the outcomes you actually need.
Qualifications That Go Further
Where others deliver the standard alone, we embed additional qualifications — CMI, ILM, BCS, Microsoft, NCFE — at no extra cost. Up to 5 included.
4.9/5 Across the Board
Exceptional ratings on Google, Trustpilot, and learner feedback. Our reputation is built on consistent excellence, not marketing spend.
Industry Practitioners
Not academics reading slides. Our trainers have done it, lived it, and now teach it. Real-world expertise in every workshop.
Monthly Rolling Starts
No waiting until September. Our programmes start monthly with flexible cohort models, blended delivery, and online options designed for modern business.
AI Embedded Everywhere
From dedicated AI apprenticeships to embedded AI modules across every programme — your people are future-ready from day one.
TESS Group vs. Typical Providers
| Feature | TESS Group | Typical Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Additional qualifications included | ✓ Up to 5 at no extra cost | ✗ Standard only (0–1) |
| Microsoft certification embedded | ✓ AB-730 included | ✗ Not offered |
| Bespoke programme design | ✓ Tailored to your organisation | ● Generic off-the-shelf |
| AI embedded across all programmes | ✓ AI in every programme | ✗ AI only in tech programmes |
| Monthly rolling starts | ✓ Start any month | ● Fixed cohort dates |
| Industry practitioner trainers | ✓ All practitioners | ● Mix of academic/practitioner |
| Google / Trustpilot rating | ✓ 4.9/5 on both | ● 3.5–4.2 average |
| Ofsted Good | ✓ Good | ● Varies |
From First Call to First Workshop in 4 Weeks
We make it simple. No long procurement cycles. No complex paperwork. Just results.
Discovery Call
We learn about your organisation, challenges, and goals. 30 minutes that changes everything.
Bespoke Design
We design a programme tailored to your strategic priorities, culture, and learner profiles.
Learner Onboarding
Seamless enrolment, digital platform access, and dedicated skills coach assigned within days.
Delivery & Impact
Expert-led workshops begin. Real skills applied immediately. Measurable business impact from month one.
Ready to Transform Your Workforce?
Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. 27+ programmes from Level 3 to Level 7. Delivered nationwide via live online sessions. Monthly starts. Trusted by DPD, Financial Times, NHS England, National Highways, Clarins, Arriva, Sunbelt Rentals, SKF, and 60+ more.