Lift Schools apprenticeships

As one of the UK’s largest trusts, Lift Schools delivers fully funded, specialist education apprenticeships - designed and led by school and trust leaders.

We deliver high-impact, practical learning that translates directly into classroom excellence and operational support.

Whether you're an education leader looking to upskill your staff, or an education professional ready to advance your own career, our programmes are built for you.

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How can we help you?

For school leaders and employers
Discover how Lift Schools helps you upskill staff or hire apprentices without stretching your budget or disrupting the classroom.

Develop or hire an employee

For current school staff
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Gain nationally recognised qualifications, advance your career, and make a greater impact on young lives without leaving your current role.

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Why choose Lift Schools?

Our delivery team consists of experienced practitioners with deep expertise across teaching, school leadership, Initial Teacher Training (ITT), Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), digital technology, school’s IT infrastructure, safeguarding, business support and Early Years. We understand the unique operational pressures of schools because we face them every day.

Our mission and network

Proven impact and high standards

Since 2012, we have delivered high-quality Level 2 to Level 5 apprenticeship programmes tailored specifically for school support staff.  In May 2024, Ofsted judged us to be a "Good" provider with "Outstanding" features. 

What sets our training apart:

Qualification Achievement Rates (QAR) consistently perform well above the national sector average.

Low trainer-to-apprentice ratios ensure dedicated guidance and low withdrawal rates.

Regional trainers and training hubs serve the North East, North West, Midlands, South West, South, East, and London.

Our curriculum equips support staff with the vital skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to thrive - maximising their impact on pupils, schools, and their own career progression.

Our apprenticeship programmes and pathways

Ready to transform your school's workforce or take the next step in your education career? Browse the information below or contact us for more details about our programmes and the application process: apprenticeships@liftschools.org 

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From classroom-based roles to central trust support, discover our sector-specific apprenticeship standards - including Teaching Assistant Level 3, School Business Professional Level 4, and Early Years Educator.

Safeguarding Support Officer

Teaching Assistant

Specialist Teaching Assistant

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Get in touch with our school partnership experts today to discuss how we can support your trust or school’s workforce strategy using our fully funded, zero-travel training model.

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