Apprenticeships at Salford City College: Public Sector Leadership

PUBLIC SECTOR LEADERSHIP

WELCOME

ALLAN MILNE Director of Apprenticeships and Employer Engagement

WELCOME TO OUR AWARD WINNING APPRENTICESHIP PROVIDER - APPRENTICESHIPS AT SALFORD CITY COLLEGE

We support approximately 1,700 apprentices and collaborate with over 500 employers in the North West region. Currently, more than 35% of our apprentices work in the public sector and local authorities. We are proud to offer exceptional learning opportunities for all our apprentices, delivered by an outstanding team of specialist apprenticeship delivery staff.

The Salford City College Public Sector Leadership Programme was developed with local authorities in direct response to the strategic approach of local government. The ‘Further, Faster’ model supports collaboration and integration of public services, working together in the right geographical place for residents, focusing on proactivity, prevention, and easy access to services.

The leadership skills required to support this vision have driven the course structure and content of our Public Sector Leadership Apprenticeships. Our management associates have dedicated 200 hours to spend time with local authorities to understand what it means to be a values-based leader in the public sector.

Our approach is always people-centered and designed to support aspiring, middle, service-level, and senior leaders. The approach is flexible and innovative and can be customized to meet the needs of different local authorities while also providing opportunities for crossauthority peer learning, including networking, collaborative workshops, and our annual apprenticeship conference.

PUBLIC SECTOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAMMES - OUR USPs

A Public Sector Leadership programme helps individuals develop essential leadership skills, network with peers and experts, and gain a deeper understanding of the public sector environment to become effective leaders and advance their careers.

CO-DESIGN PSL CONFERENCE

PEER-TO-PEER COHORTS

WORKSHOP EVENTS

MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES

PROGRESSION L3-L7

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“LIVE” VISIBILITY OF LEARNER PROGRESS

LEVEL 3 - TEAM LEADER OR SUPERVISOR APPRENTICESHIP

Our Public Sector Leadership Level 3 programme is designed based on the Team Leader/Supervisor standard but with tailored additions to make it relevant for public sector organisations. We work closely with these organisations to understand their leadership values, current pressures, and priorities. This allows us to create workshops and guidance that are relatable and can be easily applied at work. Additionally, the programme offers peer learning activities to build relationships with colleagues at similar organisations. A yearly conference is also included, featuring speakers from senior leaders in the public sector and external experts who offer engaging workshops on their area of expertise to inspire and challenge apprentices.

THIS COURSE COVERS:

• Management of Self/Awareness of Self

• Communication

• Building Relationships

• Leading People

• Managing People

• Operational Management

• Project Management

• Problem Solving & Decision Making

• Finance

“The main thing I have learned from doing this apprenticeship is self-belief. Even people in very Senior positions often have self-doubt - but it is all about learning to manage it better. I attended the Public Sector Leadership Conference, which was really enlightening; I was able to learn from other leaders about their challenges.”

JOANNE SPURGEON Tameside Council

LEVEL 5 - OPERATIONAL OR DEPARTMENTAL MANAGER

Our Public Sector Leadership Level 5 programme is structured using the Operations or Departmental Manager standard. The Level 5 programme has all the same advantages as the Level 3 programme and is aimed at more established managers who want to develop their current leadership knowledge, skills and behaviours to a higher level. The Level 3 and Level 5 learners come together at the yearly conference which is a fantastic opportunity to learn from senior leaders as well as network and building relationships with colleagues in their own organisation and other attending public sector organisations.

THIS COURSE COVERS:

• Management of Self/Awareness of Self

• Communication

• Building Relationships

• Project Management

• Leading People

• Managing People

• Operational Management

“The partnership between Salford City Council and Salford City College has grown stronger, driven by close collaboration on leadership values, innovative practices, and tailored training. Apprentices, supported by highly qualified associates, have made a significant impact by acquiring skills and knowledge that drive excellence and continuous service improvement..”

TOM STANNARD Salford City Council

LEVEL 7 - SENIOR LEADER PROGRAMME

The role of senior leader can apply to any sector and size of organisation. Senior leaders are a key component of all types of business model where there is a workforce to lead, manage and support. The broad purpose of the occupation is to provide clear, inclusive and strategic leadership and direction relating to their area of responsibility within an organisation.

As with all apprenticeships, the senior leader standard has been designed by employers, at Apprenticeships at Salford City College we have taken this a step further. We have consulted local employers around the detail of our programme to ensure we provide current and future senior managers with high-level leadership skills, core competencies and desired behaviours to become more effective leaders.

THIS COURSE COVERS:

• Strategic Direction

• Lead on Operational Policy

• Lead Strategic Change

• Financial Decision Making

• Leading Crisis Management Initiatives

• Talent Development

• Ethical Business Strategy

• Effective Reporting to Organisational Boards

• Strategic Direction Lead on Operational Policy

• Stakeholders and Decision Making

• Communication

• Innovative Approaches to the Micro and Macro Environment

• Managing Governance Effectively

“Every aspect of the SCC Apprenticeship team is superb, constantly demonstrating true dedication to their learners and a real desire to provide a quality service to their employers. They are consistent, genuine, and enthusiastic, ensuring every commitment they have made is filled, and every promise delivered. I would have no hesitation in recommending Salford City College Apprenticeships team, in fact I already have, many times!”

CLAIRE HANDLEY-COMBER

Bolton Council

OUR INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Our team of management associates has a rich and varied background, with over 100 years of experience in leadership and management between them. The team has been a part of our apprenticeship delivery for several years, providing stability and consistency of approach.

The qualifications and experience of our management associates provide credibility in supporting the leaders of your organisation. They are all well qualified in teaching and learning up to Level 7 and have fellow membership of the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Their diverse work history allows us to adapt provision to reflect different experiences.

The team spends a significant amount of time working within local authorities. They dedicated over 200 hours on secondment to create the original design of our Public Sector Leadership programmes and work with local authorities, involving council training and development sessions to understand the demands and nature of the sector. Our Management Associates continue to engage in Continuous Professional Development by regularly attending partner Councils’ internal training sessions.

Our apprentices regularly provide feedback on the quality of learning, helping us to find ways to improve, develop and adapt the provision. A standout feature of the positive feedback we receive is how well the team supports our apprentices and their individual needs, ensuring that all of our apprentices reach their full potential and achieve the best possible grades.

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

“Here at Salford City Council, we have a long and successful relationship with Apprenticeships at Salford City College which allows us to do things a bit differently. Our tailored approach allows us to customise our apprenticeship delivery to incorporate Salford’s values, procedures and ‘local’ requirements, giving us high-quality provision for our employees”

ANDREA MARSHALL

Salford City Council

35% OF OUR APPRENTICES

are currently employed within the public sector or local authorities

OVER 500 APPRENTICES

of which are now employed within the public sector

15.5% SUCCESS RATE ABOVE THE NATIONAL AVERAGE

100% PASS RATE

of which 63% passed with Distinction for the Operations of Departmental Manager Level 5 Programme in 2020/21

100% PASS RATE

of which 83% passed with Distinction for the Team Leader or Supervisor Level 3 Programme in 2020/21

PUBLIC SECTOR LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Apprenticeships at Salford City College proudly launched its Public Sector Leadership Conference in December 2021. The conference is the first of its kind, and was an exciting feature of the new Public Sector Leadership programme, designed in partnership with Salford City Council and Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. The conference has expanded to encompass a week of blended, digital and in-person activities.

The programme is a unique development opportunity, for managers to gain first-hand access to senior leaders from local authority and public sector organisations and benefit from their vision, insight and experience. The course content has been developed in collaboration with several organisations to inspire excellence in public sector leadership. Participants are able to achieve either a Level 3, 5 or 7 apprenticeship, including an accredited qualification through either CMI or ILM.

If you are interested in finding out more about the Public Sector Leadership Programme, then contact the Apprenticeships at Salford City College team on: 0161 631 5555 or apprenticeships@salfordcc.ac.uk

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“I feel inspired to become a better leader and I have gained a better perspective of what a leader is.”

OUR PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERS

We are proud to partner with councils in Greater Manchester to build a skilled workforce that meets their needs. We offer tailored apprenticeship programs that provide practical training and support individuals in their career progression. Our commitment to driving economic growth in the region is reflected in our work with councils, and we look forward to continuing to support their workforce needs. Moreover, we are thrilled to work with some outstanding public sector organisations in the North West. Our dedication to promoting economic growth in the region is apparent in our collaboration with local authorities and NHS Trusts, and we are excited to continue supporting their workforce needs.

Our company provides more than 60 apprenticeship standards across various sectors, including Care Services, Education and Early Years, Construction & Building Services, Hospitality & Catering, Business & Professional Services, such as Associate Project Manager Level 4 and School Business Professional Level 4, and much more.