Level 2 Team Leading Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while you're in your job role, applying what you learn directly to your day-to-day responsibilities. The course covers core leadership skills including planning, allocating and monitoring work. It typically takes 6 weeks. Three mandatory units build the practical skills you need to lead and supervise a team. The course is employer-supported and suits anyone taking on a first supervisory role.
Who this course is for
This course is designed to improve your leadership and management skills, making you more of an effective leader.
This is a nationally recognised qualification so it's also the ideal launch pad for a future management career or any job with a supervisory role. It shows potential civilian employers that you have the right training and skills for the job.
Content:
Three mandatory units cover the core skills you need to lead a team. You’ll learn how to plan, allocate and monitor work; tools and techniques to develop yourself as a leader; and how to get the most from your team.
You'll then cover optional units which will have been chosen to find the best fit for you. They cover everything from communication skills to business improvement techniques.
By the end of the course you will have achieved:
The core skills to lead a team successfully
Motivation techniques to get the best from people
The confidence to tackle difficult issues, like underperformance
Tools to develop yourself as a leader
Entry requirements
This course can be made available to any employee needing the first step up the supervision ladder
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan, allocate and monitor work within a team.
You'll develop tools and techniques for effective team supervision.
You'll build skills in communicating with and motivating team members.
You'll understand your responsibilities as a team leader or supervisor.
You'll learn how to support team performance and address issues.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in your workplace. You build evidence of your skills through your day-to-day role. Assessment is based on the three mandatory units, which cover the core competencies required to lead a team. Your employer supports your learning throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. RACPD Salisbury Old Fire Station will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Team leader: supervise and coordinate a small team
Shift supervisor: manage day-to-day operations on a shift
Section leader: lead a department or production section
Floor manager: oversee staff and workflow on the floor
Team coordinator: organise tasks and support team members
Duty manager: cover management responsibilities in a supervisor's absence
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Management: the natural next step if you want to move from supervising a team to managing at a higher level.
Level 3 Team Leading or Management NVQ: builds on your Level 2 skills with more complex management responsibilities.
Level 5 Management and Leadership qualifications (CMI or ILM): suited to those moving into middle or senior management roles.
