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Team Leader & Supervisor Level 3

Develop advanced leadership, strategic thinking, and high-performing team management. CMI qualified Level 3 apprenticeship — fully funded via apprenticeship levy.

15
Months
£5K
Levy Funded
3
Qualifications
8
Core Modules
Level 3 ApprenticeshipCMI AccreditedAI + Data Included
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Built for People Leaders

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Team Leaders

Lead frontline teams through change with confidence and psychological safety.

Shift Managers

Implement tools and best practices across rotating shifts while building team engagement.

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Section Leaders

Drive data-informed decisions and coach teams on using insights effectively.

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Project Coordinators

Lead cross-functional pilots and manage change at team level.

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Aspiring First-Line Managers

Get the exact leadership toolkit before you step up into your first management role.

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Team Coaches

Coach others through adoption using frameworks like GROW and OSKAR.

Your Qualifications

1

CMI Level 3 Diploma

Chartered Management Institute

Principles of Management & Leadership. Covers leadership styles, communication, developing individuals, managing teams through change.

2

NCFE Level 3 Data

Certificate in Data

Data fundamentals, interpretation, and use. Learn to spot trends and make data-informed decisions.

3

NCFE Level 3 AI

AI Prompt Mastery

Master ChatGPT, Copilot, and AI tools. Prompt engineering, quality control, and teaching your team AI.

Your 3-Phase Journey

Phase 1 — Months 1–5

Foundations & Team Leadership

CMI leadership fundamentals, AI awareness, communication skills, and managing your first team effectively.

Phase 2 — Months 6–10

Application & Data Skills

Data literacy, AI tools in practice, change management, and leading team development.

Phase 3 — Months 11–15

Mastery & Assessment

Advanced leadership, portfolio consolidation, mock EPAs, and End-Point Assessment preparation.

Why TESS Group

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AI + Leadership Combined

The only programme that weaves AI capability with CMI leadership development from month one — not bolted on at the end.

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Data Literacy Included

NCFE Level 3 Data certificate means your leaders make evidence-based decisions, not gut-feel guesses.

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CMI Accredited

CMI Level 3 Diploma is recognised across every sector. Portable, respected, and career-accelerating.

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£5,000 Fully Funded

100% funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. No cost to the learner or employer.

Ofsted Good

Rated Good by Ofsted across all areas. Quality, care, and outcomes that matter.

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8 Core Modules

Structured curriculum covering leadership, AI, data, communication, and change management.

"This programme gave me the confidence to lead my team through a major change initiative. The AI tools module was a game-changer."

— Team Leader, NHS Trust

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications will I earn?+

Three qualifications: CMI Level 3 Diploma in Management & Leadership, NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Data, and NCFE Level 3 AI Prompt Mastery.

Do I need management experience?+

No. This programme is designed for both new and aspiring team leaders. It builds the foundation for effective people leadership.

How is it funded?+

£5,000 fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. No cost to the learner.

How long does it take?+

15 months on-programme plus End-Point Assessment. Structured to fit around your working schedule.

Is this just classroom learning?+

No. Every module combines live workshops, 1-to-1 coaching, study tasks, and real workplace application.

Ready to Step Up as a Leader?

Develop advanced leadership, strategic thinking, and high-performing team management. CMI qualified.

CMI Level 3 Diploma
AI + Data literacy included
3 portable qualifications
8 core modules
£5,000 fully funded
Ofsted Good rated
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