Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship

Take the next step in your career with our levy-funded, work-based apprenticeship leaders and aspiring leaders.

Designed to strengthen your leadership skills and equip you to embed the Thrive Approach strategically across your setting. Please note Government funding for the Operations Manager apprenticeship standard is ending, so the Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship will not run again after this intake.

What you'll gain:

Level 5 Operations Manager qualification with Best Practice Network
Thrive Licensed Practitioner status
Expertise in both strategic leadership and emotional wellbeing
Work-based training that fits around your role
Funded through the Apprenticeship Levy

Who's it for:

SLT, SENDCos, pastoral and mental health leads
Any team member responsible for leading wellbeing initiatives in schools
Those looking to develop their strategic leadership, deepen their SEMH expertise, and undertake trauma-informed training

Final ever cohort – applications close 18 October 2026

We’ll send you the course guide and FAQs so you can explore the course, check your eligibility, and see how it could work in your setting.

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“Thrive training exceeded my expectations and it has brought me huge benefits professionally and personally. It’s been an amazing journey that has completely transformed me. I would advise anyone thinking about starting Thrive training to go for it, for your own mental health and for professional satisfaction.”

— Samantha Strange. Personalised Learning Centre Manager, Northfields School & Sports College