NPQ for Senior Leadership (NPQSL)

Who is this programme for?

Programme Description

NPQSL is suitable for school leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a senior leader with cross-school responsibilities.

Although the role varies, many senior leaders contribute to all aspects of the school through the leadership team as well as having a specific whole school responsibility of their own.

This means the role is often both operational and strategic and relies on working with and through colleagues (in particular, through middle leaders) to ensure every pupil gets an excellent education.

The NPQ frameworks are based on a robust method of design and development, building on the evidence base and expert guidance already established in the ECF and the ITT Core Content Framework. The NPQ frameworks reflect the Teachers’ Standards and Headteachers’ Standards to ensure coherency with the requirements already used by the teaching profession.

Please see the NPQSL Framework, you can download the framework pdf here.

Applicants must have full support from their school/organisation. A head teacher, member of the SLT, line manager or Chair of Governors (or similar authoritative role) must confirm their support and that all information submitted is true and correct. This is a Department for Education mandatory requirement.

To apply for NPQSL, applicants must have the following:

• Teacher Reference Number – see TRN Support Guide 
• 2 years teaching experience
• Leadership aspiration/experience

If you are unsure if you meet the above requirements or have other relevant experience then please contact our team who will be able to support your application.

How to apply

Applications Not Yet Open

Applications for this programme are currently closed, but you can register your interest today to stay informed. As soon as the application portal opens, we’ll let you know so you’re ready to take the next step.

By registering your interest, you’ll ensure you’re among the first to hear when applications are live.

Thank you for choosing Best Practice Network as your training provider. We look forward to supporting you and helping you achieve your professional goals.

Register Interest

To register your interest for this qualification, please click here.