Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship Programme
Who is it for?
After a successful pilot programme in 2024, we are delighted to launch two more cohorts for this programme in June and November 2025. It is a two year programme, aimed at grade 5/6 managers and covers a broad range of practical management knowledge and skills to give you the tools you need to develop further on your management journey.
You will need to have these following elements in your role to be able to apply the learning from the programme. We will undertake a skills scan and review of your job description to ensure that it is aligned with your role and your aspirations.
· Inputting to strategic planning
· Delivering operational plans
· Managing projects
· Leading and managing teams
· Managing change
· Financial and resource management
Skills areas covered in the programme linked to the University of Warwick Leadership framework.
Core modules on the programme
What are the entry requirements?
1. You will need to be a UK citizen or meet the eligibility for funding, please refer to the funding criteria.
2. You need to have passed your probationary period at University of Warwick.
4. If you have a fixed term contract, your employment contract will need to be at least 30 months so it is longer than the duration of the apprenticeship.
How long is the programme?
The programme is for 24-30 months. 20% of your working time each week (roughly 6-8 hours) will need to be spent on this programme. We have selected a training programme where there is some flexibility on the dates and times of the learning modules and all sessions are delivered online.
How is the programme delivered?
• Tutoring / Coaching and Mentoring • Webinars/ Workshops • Assignments • Self Study • Peer mentoring • Warwick Community of Practice.
How much does it cost?
The cost of the programme is £7,000 and will be fully covered by the University’s apprenticeship levy. It is worth noting that this funding is not able to cover any other costs, for example the costs of any professional registration or top up qualifications, travel or equipment if needed. As this course is delivered online, it not expected to incur additional costs.
What will the programme involve?
20% of your time (roughly 6 hours per week) will need to be spent each working week on the programme (this is a requirement of using the apprenticeship levy funding) and the hours and learning will need to be documented in your portfolio. (Guidance and templates will be supplied to do this). We have selected a training provider where there is some flexibility in the dates and times you access these which means that it doesn’t have to be a set day/time every week
During the onboarding onto the programme, your learning needs and styles will be discussed to put together a personal learning plan and there will be a series of learner review meetings included in the programme.
Course modules offer flexible date options to suit your current and upcoming work projects. Two additional modules can be added from any other course on offer from our training provider, for example, HR or procurement, allowing for a very bespoke and flexible learning journey for each learner.
What is required by the line manager?
There will be touchpoints throughout the programme where the Line Manager will be required to support you.
· Review apprentice’s skills and module assessments
·Utilise the online portfolio
· Assist with the creation of the apprentice’s learning journey (adding in work-based targets and objectives)
· Participate in the 12 weekly impact and progress reviews
· Support the learner to achieve spend 20% of their time each week completing the programme
·Guide and support with work-based projects / tasks relevant to programme
·Support the learner with preparation for the End Point Assessment
Note: the Line Manager will need to also sign the application for this programme.
How do I apply?
After a successful pilot programme in 2024, we will be launching two more cohorts in June and November 2025. There are 10 spaces per cohort, with the opportunity to learn with others from different organisations as well as with those working at Warwick.
Applications closed on 27th March 2025.Final decisions will be communicated in April 2025.
Applications for the November cohort will open in summer 2025.