--- title: Your LMP Apprenticeship Portal description: Explore the courses we can offer --- [Skip to content](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/apex#main-content) [![LMP-Education-logo-landing-page Oct26](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/LMP-Education-logo-landing-page%20Oct26.svg "LMP-Education-logo-landing-page Oct26")](https://lmp-group.co.uk/) ![apex](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Apex/apex.png?width=250&height=125&name=apex.png "apex") # Apex Collaborative Trust & LMP Education Apex Collaborative Trust works in partnership with LMP Education to support school staff with quality education and funded training programmes. Access a range of funded apprenticeships to invest in existing staff or onboard new talent. Utilise the LMP free recruitment service and apprenticeship strategy consultation. See our recommended programmes below! [Contact your Account Manager](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/apex#contact-am) [Explore Programmes](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/apex#recomm-programmes) ![portal-teaching](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/portal-teaching.jpg "portal-teaching") ![portal-business](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/portal-business.png "portal-business") ![portal-team-leader](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/portal-team-leader.png "portal-team-leader") ![portal-teaching-higher](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/portal-teaching-higher.png "portal-teaching-higher") ![portal-early-years](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/portal-early-years.png "portal-early-years") ![portal-finance](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/portal-finance.png "portal-finance")   ## Recommended Programmes Displaying data from March 2026 ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Early Years Practitioner Early Years & Childcare ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 2 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 17 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £4,000) Embark on a fulfilling journey into the world of early childhood education with a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship. Gain vital skills to work with children from birth to five years old in the UK's childcare sector. Modules include: Supporting Development Care Routines SEND & Partnership Working [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/early-years-practitioner-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Early Years Educator Early Years & Childcare ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 19 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £7,000) Develop a career in early years education with a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship. Gain current skills and develop advanced knowledge to work with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery, preschool or childcare setting. Modules include: Risk Assessment Learning & Childhood Development Key Person & Attachment [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/early-years-educator-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Early Years Lead Practitioner Early Years & Childcare ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 5 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 26 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £9,000) Advance your career in early years education with a Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship. This funded training programme is ideal for those already working in an early years setting with leadership responsibilities. It is equivalent to a foundation degree. Modules include: The Legal Stuff Hot Topics The Unique Child [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/early-years-lead-practitioner-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Teaching Assistant Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 16 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £7,000) Preparing Teaching Assistants for excellence in educational support with a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. This programme develops skills to support in the classroom and engage pupils. Modules include: The Role of a Teaching Assistant Child Development Exploring Behaviour [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/teaching-assistant-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 16 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £7,000) Gain practical experience and theoretical knowledge with this Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. Learn skills to effectively support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in the classroom. Modules include: Understanding SEND Support Person First Approach The Role of a Teaching Assistant [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/teaching-assistant-send-pathway-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Teaching Assistant Sports Pathway Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 17 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £7,000) This programme combines the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship with the Level 3 Diploma in Delivering Physical Activity and Sport within the School Environment, equipping learners with the skills to plan and deliver engaging, safe, and inclusive PE and sport sessions. Modules include: The Role of a Sports Teaching Assistant Safeguarding Health & Safety [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/teaching-assistant-sports-pathway/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Specialist Teaching Assistant Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 5 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 18 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £12,000) Take your career in education to the next level with this Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 5 Apprenticeship. Designed for those passionate about supporting children, this programme offers existing TAs the opportunity to specialise in a specific field. Modules include: Advanced Learning Planning & Assessment Regulation & Guidance [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/specialist-teaching-assistant-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship with HLTA Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 5 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 18 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £12,000) This new Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant programme provides the ultimate career development choice for TAs to specialise with an embedded HLTA qualification. Choose to specialise in one key area. Ideal for teaching assistants who are looking to progress within schools or to upskill current members of staff. Modules include: Child Development and Welfare Awareness of SEN Needs Advanced Learning [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/specialist-teaching-assistant-with-hlta-qualification/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### Safeguarding Support Officer Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 21 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £7,000) Build essential skills for effective safeguarding with this Level 3 Safeguarding Support Officer Apprenticeship. This new training programme is ideal for those looking to develop in safeguarding with some safeguarding responsibilities already. Modules include: Safeguarding Legislation Identifying and Responding to Safeguarding Concerns Safeguarding Principles [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/safeguarding-support-officer-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### School Business Professional Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 4 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 19 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £6,000) Advance your career with a School Business Professional Level 4 Apprenticeship. Gain a recognised higher-level qualification and learn new practical and professional skills to support within the school environment including primary, secondary and special schools. Modules include: Marketing Leading a Team Managing Support Services [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/school-business-professional-apprenticeship/) ![lmp-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/lmp-logo.png "lmp-logo") #### School Administrator Teaching & Education ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 16 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £5,000) Develop essential administration skills required within the school environment with this Level 3 School Administrator Apprenticeship. Learn how to support with managing school finances, student data, supplier contracts while ensuring compliance with safeguarding and governance standards. Modules include: Project Management Stakeholder Communication Quality & Improvement [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/school-administrator/) ![logos\_cmi-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/logos_cmi-logo.png "logos_cmi-logo") #### Team Leader Business & Professional ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 18 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £5,000) Cultivate key skills for successful team leaderships through this Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship with LMP Education. As part of this programme gain a CMI L3 Award in Principles Management and Leadership qualification. Gain practical knowledge and skills from team leading through to project and resource management. Modules include: People & Relationships Building a High Performance Team Future Plans & Opportunities [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/team-leader-apprenticeship/) ![logos\_cmi-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/logos_cmi-logo.png "logos_cmi-logo") #### Operations Manager Business & Professional ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 5 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 20 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £9,000) Preparing leaders for tomorrow’s challenges with this Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship with LMP Education. As part of this programme gain a CMI L5 Award in Management and Leadership qualification. Gain a broad range of practical management knowledge and skills to help you develop as a leader. Modules include: Project Management Tools & Techniques Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Managing Change [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/operations-manager-apprenticeship/) ![logos\_aat-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/logos_aat-logo.png?width=1000&height=1000&name=logos_aat-logo.png "logos_aat-logo") #### Accounts or Finance Assistant Finance ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 2 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 17 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £7,000) This Level 2 AAT Accounts of Finance Apprenticeship provides a solid entry point into a career in accounting or finance. It is ideal for those who assist with financial tasks or undertake junior accounting duties.  Modules include: Principles of Costing The Business Environment Professionalism & Ethics [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/accounts-or-finance-assistant-apprenticeship/) ![logos\_aat-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/logos_aat-logo.png "logos_aat-logo") #### Assistant Accountant Finance ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 3 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 18 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £12,000) Develop a career in finance with a Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship. This funded training programme can support staff in junior and entry-level accounting roles. The learning materials for this programme include online and virtual classroom learning through Mindful Education. Modules include: Business Awareness Tax Processes for Business Digital & Data Security [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/assistant-accountant-apprenticeship/) ![logos\_aat-logo](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/Logos/logos_aat-logo.png "logos_aat-logo") #### Professional Accounting Technician Finance ![level](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/level.png?width=25&height=25&name=level.png "level") ##### Level 4 ![duraton](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/duraton.png?width=25&height=25&name=duraton.png "duraton") ##### 24 months ![funding](https://web.lmp-group.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LMP/Landing%20pages/Portal/funding.png?width=25&height=25&name=funding.png "funding") ##### Fully Funded (Value £8,000) Take your finance career to the next level with this Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician Apprenticeship. This funded training programme is designed to provide aspiring accountants with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices and regulations. Modules include: Applied Management Accounting Ethical Accounting Business Awareness [Find out more](https://lmp-group.co.uk/courses/professional-accounting-apprenticeship/) ## Discover how we can make your Levy work for your organisation Arrange a FREE 30-minute audit call to discuss how you can turn unused levy funds into strategic workforce growth. Discover how your school can: - Maximise every pound of your levy funds. - Align apprenticeship use with your trust-wide workforce strategy. - Simplify compliance and administration. - Upskill existing staff **without extra budget**. 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