National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) at Invictus

At Invictus Education Trust, we are committed to continuous professional development, ensuring our staff have access to high-quality training that enhances leadership and specialist skills. In collaboration with the Haybridge Teaching School Hub, we offer a full suite of National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) designed to support career progression at all levels.

Specialist NPQs (For teachers looking to develop expertise in specific areas):

• NPQ in Leading Teaching (NPQLT) – Focuses on improving teaching and learning across a subject, year group, or phase.
• NPQ in Leading Teacher Development (NPQLTD) – Prepares teachers to lead professional development within their school.
• NPQ in Leading Behaviour and Culture (NPQLBC) – Equips teachers with the skills to foster a positive school culture and manage behaviour effectively.
• NPQ in Leading Literacy (NPQLL) – Enhances teachers' knowledge and skills in leading literacy across the curriculum.
• NPQ in Leading Primary Mathematics (NPQLPM) – Supports teachers in developing expertise in primary mathematics leadership.

Leadership NPQs (For those aspiring to senior leadership positions):

• NPQ in Senior Leadership (NPQSL) – Prepares teachers for whole-school leadership roles, focusing on strategic school improvement.
• NPQ in Headship (NPQH) – Develops the skills and knowledge required for those taking on a headteacher role.
• NPQ in Executive Leadership (NPQEL) – Designed for those leading across multiple schools or trusts.
• NPQ for Special Educational Needs Coordinators (NPQSENCO) – Provides the knowledge and expertise required for leading on SEND provision.
• NPQ in Early Years Leadership (NPQEYL) – Focuses on leadership within early years education settings.

Flexible & Accessible Learning

These programmes are flexible and designed to fit around teaching commitments. Training includes:

• Face-to-face learning with expert facilitators
• Online modules to support self-paced study
• School-based projects to apply learning in real settings

Find Out More

To explore which NPQ is right for you, please visit the Haybridge Teaching School Hub's NPQ Programme page or speak to your Teaching and Learning Lead in school for more information.

By engaging in an NPQ, you can develop your expertise, enhance your leadership skills, and progress in your teaching career while making a lasting impact in education.