We are nearly halfway through the summer term marking the end of this current academic year. Now is the perfect time to start considering your school’s training and recruitment strategy for September. Learn how LMP Education can support your school through your hiring and staff development needs.
Apprenticeships for staff development
Funded training programmes and apprenticeships are available to people aged 16 and over. They are an ideal way to upskill and develop your existing workforce and can create significant value for your organisation. In larger organisations (pay bill over £3m), you can use the Growth and Skills Levy to access fully funded apprenticeship training programmes.
Hire an apprentice
An apprentice can bring many new skills and ideas to your organisation. It is a productive, low risk and effective way to grow talent and develop a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce.
Employer recruitment incentives available for schools
In April the new Growth and Skills Levy came into effect, overhauling the existing apprenticeship system. To encourage business to hire young people the DfE introduced a cash incentive of up to £3,000 is available for hiring young talent aged 16-24 (if on Universal Credit). Non-levy paying employers can receive a £2,000 incentive for recruiting new apprentices aged 16–24, starting October 2026, payable after 90 days of employment. Learn more about recruitment incentives from the DfE.
Use your pupil premium
The pupil premium grant provides funding to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged pupils in state-funded schools in England. Schools receive a set amount per pupil that fits the specific funding criteria.
While the pupil premium is given per child based on specific criteria, the school does not have to use this grant to benefit the pupil alone and can use the premium for elements that can benefit the school. Examples of how schools can use their pupil premium grand include:
- Recruiting additional Teaching Assistants (TAs)
- Staff training and professional development
- Recruiting specialist staff to improve learning outcomes
LMP Education’s support for schools
LMP Education is an award-winning apprenticeship training provider that offers a range of funded training solutions for schools. We support organisations in upskilling their staff through apprenticeship training programmes, Growth & Skills Levy strategy, and fully funded recruitment services.
Free recruitment service for schools
LMP can help your school recruit an apprentice or develop an existing member of staff through apprenticeships or funded training programmes. Our specialist apprenticeship recruitment team can interview and recruit an apprentice on your behalf. Let us search with our free recruitment service, and we will find the best candidate for your organisation.
Learn more about our free recruitment service.
Apprenticeships available for schools and MATs
LMP Education offer a range of apprenticeships for Schools and MATs from teaching positions to administrative roles. These include:
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3
Taking on a Teaching Assistant Apprentice is a valuable investment for employers looking to strengthen their team and nurture future talent in the education sector. Apprentices bring enthusiasm, fresh ideas, and a willingness to learn, helping to create a skilled and motivated workforce.
Learn more about the Teaching Assistant programme.
Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship Level 3
This bespoke programme helps to develop qualified SEND staff in schools, helping schools to get ahead of the upcoming SEND reform. Apprentices are trained with a focus on inclusion, differentiation, communication strategies, and behaviour management—all vital for supporting SEND pupils.
Learn more about the SEND Teaching Assistant programme.
Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5
Having a Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant on your team is a huge asset for any school. These are highly skilled professionals who go beyond general classroom support to provide targeted, strategic input—especially in areas like SEND, literacy, numeracy, behaviour and intervention work.
Learn more about the Specialist Teaching Assistant programme.
Pastoral Support Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 4
The NEW Level 4 Pastoral Support Practitioner apprenticeship helps schools strengthen internal capacity to respond to complex needs and demonstrate inclusive practice aligned with Ofsted and sector priorities.
Learn more about the Pastoral Support Practitioner programme.
School Business Professional Apprenticeship Level 4
Investing in a Level 4 School Business Professional Apprenticeship is a strategic move for schools looking to strengthen their team with highly skilled professionals. This apprenticeship provides advanced knowledge and practical expertise, helping schools operate efficiently and support leadership teams with financial and business decisions.
Learn more about the School Business Professional programme.
If you are interested in learning about how LMP Education can support your school this coming academic year, book a FREE consultation call with us today!
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