Apex Professional Shadowing September Programme 2026
What is it?
- The programme provides a structured opportunity for staff to shadow colleagues to gain insight into roles across contrasting and diverse Apex school settings.
- Providing opportunities for staff to explore areas for their professional growth through observation, discussion and experience.
Intended Outcomes
- Gain insight into roles and responsibilities across Trust settings
- Reflect and learn from the (contextual) experiences of colleagues
- Observe staff and teams operationally
- Bridge the gap between performance conversations and practical experience
- Explore possible career opportunities and next steps.
- Strengthen collaborative relationships with colleagues across Trust
Suitable for?
Teaching and None Teaching Staff
Application Process
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Apex Aspiring Leaders Programme Starting July 2026
The role of a middle leader is pivotal in any school, and one of the most important aspects of your work is how you develop the individuals who stand in front of your young people every day. Through developing your ability to guide and improve the practice of those you work with, you will help the children in your school achieve their potential.
What is it?
- A course to give colleagues early insights into leadership as part of their career progression planning.
- The course will balance leadership theory, practical tips and deliberate practice to support both your development of knowledge, and application skills through scenario-based learning through deliberate practice with peers and expert Aoex facilitators and external leaders.
Intended Outcomes
- Provide the foundational knowledge for you before progression onto NPQ courses.
- Preparation for applying for Middle Leadership roles.
- Help you identify, understand and impact on the outcomes and experiences of a broader range of pupils in your setting.
- Support learning and development through networking and collaboration across Trust.
Suitable for?
- Teachers who have recently completed their ECTE training
- Teachers aspiring for career progression
Application Process
- Application via MS form
- Places will be limited
- Application window opens:
- Closing date for applications: TBC