You can start an apprenticeship at any time. This programme will take around 30 months to complete.
Level 5 Operations/Departmental Manager Apprenticeship Standard.
An operations/departmental manager is someone who manages teams and/or projects, and achieving operational or departmental goals and objectives, as part of the delivery of the organisations strategy. They are accountable to a more senior manager or business owner. Working in the private, public or third sector and in all sizes of organisation, specific responsibilities and job titles will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed will be the same. Key responsibilities may include creating and delivering operational plans, managing projects, leading and managing teams, managing change, financial and resource management, talent management, coaching and mentoring. Roles may include: Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Divisional Manager, Department Manager and specialist managers.
Click here for further information regarding the Standard Apprenticeship.
Knowledge and skills
Interpersonal excellence – managing people and developing relationships
• Leading people
• Managing people
• Building relationships
• Communication
Organisational performance – delivering results
• Operational management
• Project management
• Finance
Personal effectiveness – managing self
• Self-awareness
• Management of self
• Decision making
Behaviours
• Takes responsibility
• Inclusive
• Agile
• Professional
English and maths
English and maths qualifications are a requirement for most jobs and it is important that you are able to demonstrate your ability in these areas. If you do not already have a grade C or above in GCSE English and maths you will automatically undertake further study in these subjects as part of your apprenticeship.
You will be assessed through on programme assessment of knowledge, skills and behaviour outcomes on-route to final synoptic end point assessment, consisting of:
You will be required to provide paper, writing materials, and a memory stick.
Upon completion you could progress onto the Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship. You can also register as full members with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and/or the Institute of Leadership and Management, and those with 3 years’ of management experience can apply for Chartered Manager status through CMI.
There is no cost to being an apprentice. All costs associated with your apprenticeship, including the cost of training and your salary, will be paid by your employer.
For further information please contact the team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Please contact them on +44 (0)1226 216 769.
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 – 19 and don’t already have a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths they will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards higher grades in English and Maths we can help you do that too.
Need a higher level Maths qualification? We offer a Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths).
This can be added to your study programme.
If you need any further information, please contact our friendly Information Team.
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.