Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship Level 5
At a glance
Dual Qualification
Operations Manager Level 5 & Thrive Licensed
Practitioner status
Typical duration
14 months
Training method
Live virtual sessions & face-to-face tutoring
Funding value
£9,000
DELIVERY
Delivered by Best Practice Network & Thrive Licensed Trainers
Price for this programme: £9,000 £0
This course is fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy Fund
What is the Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship?
This programme is designed for educators looking to advance their leadership and management skills, while building the expertise to strategically lead the Thrive Approach within a class, department, setting or organisation. It’s ideal for professionals already in leadership roles as well as aspiring leaders looking to upskill and progress their careers.
Participants will develop skills in leadership, operational planning, stakeholder collaboration, project management and strategic decision-making, while the Thrive element explores neuroscience, child development and attachment theory. This dual focus equips them with a deep understanding of the social and emotional needs of children and young people, alongside the expertise to drive an impactful wellbeing initiative that benefits both pupils and staff.
Upon successful completion, an apprentice will qualify as a Level 5 Operations Manager and as a Thrive Licensed Practitioner. They will also become a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute and an Institute of Leadership and Management Fellow.
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Why train with Best Practice Network and Thrive?
This apprenticeship combines Thrive’s expertise in social and emotional wellbeing with Best Practice Network’s award-winning training delivery.
Underpinned by Thrive’s proven approach, rooted in evidence and research, and Best Practice Network’s recognition as the Education and Childcare Apprenticeship Provider of the Year two years running, this new wellbeing leadership apprenticeship offers a world-class learning experience that combines the best of both worlds.
How is this programme delivered?
This 14-month Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship combines Thrive’s expertise in social and emotional wellbeing with Best Practice Network’s industry-leading reputation as an Ofsted ‘Good’ apprenticeship training provider. Learners can be assured of the very best in professional training and unparalleled wraparound care.
The programme includes:
- Interactive online learning
- One-to-one support with your apprenticeship tutor
- Independent learning through online learning materials
- Employer/mentor reviews throughout the whole programme
- End-point assessments to demonstrate your knowledge
Over 795,000 children and young people currently benefit from the Thrive Approach. Begin your journey to becoming a Thrive Licensed Practitioner and join our mission to support millions of children and young people.
Elizabeth Leer | Headteacher, Early Years Thrive Licensed Practitioner at Rothesay Nursery School
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“Thrive is a constant reminder about how important it is to know about neuroscience and how children’s brains are developing, especially during the early years. We can almost be like brain surgeons because children’s brains are able to forge new connections and adapt. What we do here really is shaping children’s futures.”
Dr Tim Cook | Headteacher, Childhood Thrive Licensed Practitioner at Liskeard Hillfort School
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“In my professional opinion, you can’t progress more sophisticated things like phonics, reading and writing if a school is like the Wild West. Thrive’s principles and practices have helped us to identify individual needs and to respond accordingly so that our children feel settled and ready to learn.”
Samantha Strange | Personalised Learning Centre Manager, Adolescent Thrive Licensed Practitioner at Northfields School & Sports College
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“Thrive training exceeded my expectations and it has brought me huge benefits professionally and personally. It’s been an amazing journey that has completely transformed me. I would advise anyone thinking about starting Thrive training to go for it, for your own mental health and for professional satisfaction.”
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Who can apply?
This programme is designed for educators looking to advance their leadership and management skills, while building the expertise to strategically lead the Thrive Approach within a class, department, setting or organisation.
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For more information about the eligibility criteria for this course, please read the detailed FAQs. Or to discuss best-fit alternatives, book a Discovery Call with your regional expert.
Key Benefits:
- Develop advanced leadership and management skills
- A nationally-recognised Level 5 qualification as an Operations Manager
- Certification as a Thrive Licensed Practitioner
- Become a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute and an Institute of Leadership and Management Fellow
Question 1: Are you aware of the benefits of this programme?
Question 2: Have you lived in the UK for at least the last 3 consecutive years?
Question 3: Do you have the right to work and study in the UK and hold a permanent role based in England?
To join this programme you need to have EITHER:
GCSE qualifications in maths & English at Grade 4 (C) or above (you will be requested to supply certificates when you apply)
OR
Functional Skills maths and English Level 2 on programme (these can be completed while on programme. We will provide details after you apply)
If you achieved your qualifications internationally (outside of the UK) you will need to have a UK ENIC statement of comparability confirming equivalency to grade 4/C in maths & English.
Question 4: Do you meet the GCSE requirements or are you willing to complete Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English?
Question 5: Are you aware that this is a 14-month apprenticeship (or longer if part-time) requiring 20% off-the-job training and agreement with your employer?
Frequently asked questions
- Have a minimum of one year’s experience in a relevant role.
- Be employed in a role working closely with children and young people.
- Have support from an employer and levy account holder.
- Have held UK residency for at least three years.
- Be based in England.
- Have achieved GCSE grade 9-4 (A* - C) or equivalent in English and maths. If you haven't secured a grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE English and maths, you will be required to complete Functional Skills Level 2 in these areas. You will be fully supported by your tutors using a range of materials that best suit you.
- Be in a position to lead the strategic implementation of the Thrive Approach within their class, department, setting, or organisation.
Employers will need to allow full-time apprentices six hours per week of off-the-job training. Part-time apprentices must allocate 20% of their working hours for this purpose.
Employers will also offer a mentor and facilitate the apprentice’s monthly virtual sessions and overall development.
It’s fully funded for those working in local authority schools or those paying into the apprenticeship levy. For non-levy payers, the government offers co-funding, covering 95% of the cost, or levy transfers are available for additional support.
Download information about the apprenticeship levyYes, this programme is more comprehensive and requires a higher level of commitment. Over 14 months, participants complete the Thrive Licensed Practitioner training with the Operations Manager Level 5 apprenticeship standard. This includes developing the required knowledge, skills, and behaviours for the apprenticeship, alongside dedicating 20% of their working time to off-the-job training.
The standalone Thrive Licensed Practitioner course is a shorter option, completed in just three months, and focuses solely on Thrive training. This may be a better fit for individuals whose primary goal is to become a Thrive Licensed Practitioner.
However, the apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to build advanced leadership skills, gain a deeper understanding of the Thrive Approach, and achieve a nationally recognised Level 5 qualification. It’s an ideal choice for those ready to make a significant investment in professional development and lead on embedding social and emotional wellbeing at a strategic level.
Need more information? Head to our course FAQs page for all the details.
Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours
This programme offers a structured pathway to deepen your expertise while continuing to work in your current role. Here are the key KSBs you will develop throughout the apprenticeship.
K1: Presentation skills and methods.
K2: Relevant regulation and legislation requirements, and their impact on their team, the individual, their role and the organisation.
K3: Legislation and organisational policies relating to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and their impact on the organisation and stakeholders.
K4: Approaches to people management, for example recruitment, performance management, reward, and talent management and resource planning.
K5: IT and software tools used to support the current and future needs of the organisation, including advances in technology.
K6: Methods for researching, analysing, interpreting and evaluating data to inform judgements and enable decision making.
K7: Financial management techniques and implications of decisions for budgets.
K8: How to identify and manage organisational improvement opportunities.
K9: Project management tools and techniques.
K10: Methods used to identify, manage and prioritise stakeholder relationships.
K11: The current and future needs of the sector and the impact on their organisation.
K12: Problem solving and decision-making techniques.
K13: Influencing and negotiation models and techniques.
K14: Conflict resolution and mediation processes.
K15: Communication techniques and approaches.
K16: Ethics and values-based leadership theories and principles, for example employee wellbeing.
K17: Change management concepts and methods for implementing change within the organisation.
K18: Leadership and management tools and techniques.
K19: The sector in which the organisation operates and its impact on their role.
K20: The continuous development requirements and learning needs of their team.
K21: Business continuity principles, including risk assessment, contingency planning and disaster recovery.
K22: Organisational policies and procedures, for example health and safety.
K23: Responsible organisation policies and practices covering social, environmental, and economic factors, including sustainability.
K24: Coaching and mentoring techniques.
K25: The strategic direction of the organisation and the impact on operational plans.
S1: Communicate and present information to stakeholders using different types of media.
S2: Identify problems and provide solutions.
S3: Manage and set goals and accountabilities for individuals and teams.
S4: Analyse performance data for individuals and teams to identify areas for improvement.
S5: Manage and influence project activity to deliver within budget and resource requirements.
S6: Lead and influence the team and individuals to support an inclusive culture of equity, diversity, and the promotion of well-being.
S7: Motivate team members and individuals through collaborative activities, for example one-to-one coaching and team meetings, to achieve organisational goals.
S8: Use digital tools to analyse information and monitor performance and budgets to drive the implementation and delivery of plans and projects.
S9: Research, interpret and analyse information to inform the implementation of business plans or projects.
S10: Evaluate the impact of outcomes from organisational plans or projects to drive the decision-making process.
S11: Interpret and implement the practical application of regulation, legislation and organisational policies for stakeholders.
S12: Manage continuous improvement and change for their team and organisation.
S13: Analyse and prioritise organisation activities in response to the operating environment.
S14: Implement business continuity plans, including risk assessment, contingency planning and disaster recovery, to ensure the uninterrupted operation of critical functions.
S15: Identify and respond to external factors that may influence the future landscape and evaluate their impact on the organisation.
S16: Influence and negotiate with stakeholders to shape and agree goals and outcomes.
S17: Manage relationships across multiple and diverse stakeholders.
S18: Deliver sustainable services and solutions which allow the organisation to respond to changes in social, economic and environmental factors.
S19: Manage and facilitate learning and continuous professional development for their team.
S20: Coach and mentor individuals within their team.
S21: Develop and implement operational plans that align with the strategic direction of the organisation.
B1: Acts professionally, ethically and with integrity.
B2: Supports an inclusive culture, treating colleagues and stakeholders fairly and with respect.
B3: Takes accountability and ownership of their own and the team’s tasks and workload.
B4: Seeks learning opportunities and continuous professional development for self and the wider team.
B5: Works flexibly and adapts to circumstances.
B6: Works collaboratively with others across the organisation and stakeholders.