Operations Manager  Apprenticeship

Leading teams, managing resources, and overseeing daily business functions to ensure efficiency, productivity, and alignment with organisational goals.

What is an Operations Manager Apprenticeship?

Operations managers are the driving force behind the efficiency and success of an organisation. At A S Training, our Operations Manager Apprenticeship equips future leaders with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to manage teams, drive strategic objectives, and ensure seamless business operations across a variety of industries.

Found in organisations of all sizes and sectors, operations managers play a critical role in overseeing day-to-day functions, managing resources, and delivering results. With both leadership and project responsibilities, they provide direction, support, and clear guidance to their teams, ensuring that business goals are met while maintaining compliance with regulations and company policies. They are responsible for developing and implementing operational plans, managing projects, and fostering collaboration across departments, including finance, HR, IT, legal, sales, and marketing.

A career in operations management requires strong decision-making skills, adaptability, and the ability to think strategically. Apprentices in this programme will learn how to optimise processes, improve efficiencies, and apply business continuity principles to support long-term success. They will gain hands on experience in workforce planning, resource management, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement, developing the expertise to drive productivity and innovation within their organisation.

Whether working in an office, onsite, or remotely, operations managers must be agile and resilient, capable of leading teams through challenges and change. This apprenticeship also places a strong emphasis on ethical leadership, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, and sustainability, ensuring that future managers are equipped to create a positive and responsible working environment.

By enrolling in this apprenticeship, aspiring operations managers will develop the leadership qualities and practical skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving business landscape. With A S Training, they will gain the knowledge and real-world experience to confidently step into a management role and make a lasting impact.

Curriculum Outline

E

Introduction to Operations Management

E

Leadership & Team Management

E

Strategic Planning & Organisational Objectives

E

Project & Resource Management

E

Financial & Commercial Awareness

E

Compliance, Policies & Legal Frameworks

E

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

E

Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring

E

Change Management & Problem-Solving

E

End-Point Assessment (EPA)

Apprenticeship Overview

Z

Apprenticeship Standard Reference Number

ST0385

Z

Apprenticeship LAR code

104

Z

Apprenticeship Level

Level 5

Z

Maximum Funding band

£9000

Z

Delivery time

24 Months Practical + EPA

Z

EPA Awarding Body

Ofqual