Summary
Build your teaching expertise and open doors to a rewarding career in education.
What is Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher?
You’ll gain the skills and confidence to teach, support, and inspire learners across further education, adult learning, and work-based settings. Learn to plan inclusive lessons, create positive learning environments, and use varied teaching and assessment methods to meet diverse needs. The programme covers safeguarding, equality, and giving effective feedback, while also developing your expertise in curriculum planning and professional collaboration. By the end, you’ll be ready to achieve Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status and make a lasting impact in and beyond the classroom. You’ll be supported every step of the way by your own Vocational Trainer, with regular face-to-face and online sessions. We’re also specialists in English and maths – we’ll assess your needs and give you tailored support if you need a boost.
Entry
Trainers, tutors, or curriculum leads teaching young people or adults
Trainers, tutors, or curriculum leads teaching young people or adults
Duration
18 months + EPA
Cost / Funding
Levy – 7000 Non Levy – 350
Level
5
Functional skills
While Functional Skills are no longer mandatory for adult apprentices (19+), literacy and numeracy skills remain essential for success.
For those without prior English and Maths qualifications, we recommend level 2 maths and level 2 English to support career growth and workplace efficiency.
Our tailored support ensures these skills are seamlessly integrated into the apprenticeship journey, helping every apprentice develop these vital skills.
End assessment
Lesson observation and professional dialogue / Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
Professional support
You’ll be supported every step of the way by your own Vocational Trainer, with regular face-to-face and online sessions. We’re also specialists in English and maths – we’ll assess your needs and give you tailored support if you need a boost.
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