AI & Data Apprenticeships That Transform Your Workforce.
From AI & Data to Coaching, Leadership & HR — TESS Group delivers bespoke apprenticeships, qualifications and professional development across 27+ programmes to organisations including the Financial Times, EDF Energy, Transport for London, Clarins, DPD, and Sunbelt Rentals. 100% levy funded. Monthly starts. Zero compromise on quality.
27+ apprenticeships trusted by the Financial Times, EDF Energy, NHS, TfL, DPD & 60+ UK employers. 100% levy funded. Monthly starts.
Ofsted Good Provider
Independently verified quality across all programmes
4.9/5 on Google Reviews
Hundreds of 5-star reviews from learners and employers
4.9/5 on Trustpilot
Consistently among the highest-rated providers in the UK
Best Apprenticeship Provider
The Signature Awards — recognised for outstanding delivery
See What TESS Group Can Do for Your Organisation
Apprenticeships, qualifications, and workshops that transform how your people work.
Who We Work With
From government and local authorities to Premier League clubs, FTSE-listed companies, and the NHS — we partner with organisations who demand excellence.
27+ Apprenticeships Across 5 Specialisms
Industry-leading programmes delivered by expert trainers. Bespoke to your organisation. Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. Monthly rolling starts.
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AI & Data Apprenticeships
From entry-level to degree-equivalent — building your AI-ready workforce
AI & Automation Practitioner
Turn every department into an AI-powered engine. Up to 5 industry qualifications included — Microsoft Certified, NCFE, BCS Foundation. £18,000 levy funded.
Data Operations Specialist
Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python and AI modules. No prior experience needed. Turns curious minds into confident data professionals with clear progression to Level 4.
AI for Leaders & Managers
Designed for leaders who need to drive AI adoption across their teams. Strategic AI thinking, Microsoft Copilot, ethical governance, and AI-powered decision-making. No coding required.
Insight & Analytics Specialist
Python, SQL, Power BI, machine learning and AI. Two BCS qualifications included. Build analysts who predict what's coming next, not just report what happened.
AI & Machine Learning Fellowship
Deep learning, NLP, computer vision and MLOps. BCS accredited. Building the AI architects and technical leaders your organisation needs for the future.
Digital & Marketing Apprenticeships
Digital technology, content creation, and multi-channel marketing
Digital Technology Specialist
Build internal digital champions who can support teams with technology, troubleshoot tech issues, and drive adoption of digital tools across your organisation. BCS RITTech accredited — fully funded up to £13,000.
Audience Engagement Producer
AI-powered content creation, audience analytics, and engagement strategy. Build the digital storytellers your brand needs in a social-first world.
Digital Engagement Strategist
Digital marketing, campaign automation, personalisation at scale. Use AI and data analytics to measure what actually drives results across every channel.
Leadership Apprenticeships
From first-time managers to board-level leaders
AI for People Leaders
The UK's first AI apprenticeship designed for team leaders and supervisors. Build team-level AI capability, earn CMI Level 3 leadership and coaching credentials — no coding required.
AI for Operations Leaders
The UK's first AI apprenticeship for operations managers and department heads. Build departmental AI roadmaps, earn CMI Level 5 leadership and coaching credentials — no coding required.
Emerging People Leader
For new and aspiring team leaders stepping up for the first time. Builds core leadership skills including communication, delegation, coaching, and performance management.
Strategic Operations Leader
For experienced managers leading departments or large teams. Strategic planning, operational excellence, financial management, and organisational development.
Senior Leader
For directors, senior managers, and C-suite aspirants. Strategic vision, board-level governance, organisational transformation, and executive coaching. Graduate development route available.
Agile Project Delivery Specialist
APM PMQ pathway. Agile, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies. Budget management, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement for the modern project professional.
HR & Coaching Apprenticeships
People professionals, coaches, and strategic talent partners
Strategic Talent Partner
For experienced HR professionals seeking CIPD alignment. Talent strategy, organisational design, employee engagement, and strategic workforce planning.
Learning & Development Practitioner
Design, deliver, and evaluate learning interventions. Includes CIPD Foundation Certificate + CMI L3 Coaching + NCFE Mental Health First Aid. For trainers, facilitators, and anyone moving into an L&D role.
People & Culture Coordinator
Foundational HR skills including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HRIS management. The launchpad for a career in people management.
Coaching Professional
Workshops rated 9.8/10 across 100+ reviews. Optional ILM Level 5. EMCC, ICF & AC pathways. For anyone who develops others — not just managers. Builds a coaching culture from within.
L&D Consultant Business Partner
Align learning strategy with business objectives. Includes CIPD L5 Associate Diploma + CMI L5 Coaching + NCFE Equality & Diversity. The senior L&D role for strategic influence.
Senior People Professional
For HR directors and senior people leaders. Strategic people management, organisational transformation, employment law, and board-level influence. CIPD Level 7 aligned.
Business & Projects Apprenticeships
Operations, project management, business analysis, and process improvement
Inclusive & Engagement Access
Drive inclusion, community engagement, and cultural participation. For those championing accessibility, diversity, and engagement across organisations.
Business & Operations Coordinator
Modern business administration — project support, stakeholder communication, process documentation, and digital tools. The backbone of any operational team.
Customer Experience Champion
Deliver outstanding customer experiences across all channels. Complaint resolution, service strategy, and customer insight — building loyalty and driving retention.
Process Improvement Technician
Foundation continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma tools. Data collection, process mapping, and problem-solving for front-line teams driving operational efficiency.
Business Process Optimiser
Lean Six Sigma at Green Belt level. Process mapping, root cause analysis, and data-driven improvement.
Improvement Specialist
Advanced Lean Six Sigma at Black Belt level. Lead complex improvement projects, mentor Green Belts, and embed a continuous improvement culture across your organisation.
Commercial Solutions Architect
Requirements gathering, data modelling, stakeholder analysis, and solution design. Bridging the gap between business needs and technical delivery with AI-augmented insight.
Systems Thinking Practitioner
For senior leaders tackling complex, interconnected challenges. Systems modelling, causal loop analysis, and whole-system intervention design. The postgraduate route for transformational change.
Beyond Apprenticeships
Short courses, qualifications, and bespoke L&D programmes designed around your workforce — from 1-day workshops to ILM and CIPD qualifications.
Programmes & Qualifications
Mate to Manager
10-module programme for newly promoted staff. Leadership identity, communication, delegation, emotional intelligence, and coaching skills.
Coaching Culture Programmes
ILM and CMI-accredited coaching qualifications from Level 3 to Level 7, including CMI Level 6 Coach Supervision. Build internal coaching capability from team leaders to executive coaches.
CMI, ILM & CIPD Qualifications
Accredited centre for CMI and ILM, aligned provider for CIPD. Leadership, Management, Coaching, HR, and L&D qualifications from Level 3 to Level 7.
AI Prompt-Powered Productivity
1-day CPD-accredited accelerator covering ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude & Gemini. Hands-on with the TESS Prompt Framework. From £250 + VAT pp.
Advanced AI Accelerator
Custom GPTs, agentic AI, workflow automation, and AI governance policy building. 70%+ build time — delegates leave with working tools. From £295 + VAT pp.
APM Project Management (PMQ)
The UK’s gold-standard project management qualification. 5-day intensive with 85%+ pass rates. On-site or virtual delivery nationwide.
L&D Workshops
Coaching for Performance
Giving & receiving high-impact feedback. Transform how your managers hold performance conversations using SBI, feedforward, and radical candour.
Cyber Awareness
Protect your people, protect your organisation. Phishing, social engineering, ransomware, GDPR, and AI-powered threats — with live simulations.
Data Storytelling — Insights
Turn numbers into narratives that drive decisions. Chart selection, dashboard design, and presenting data with confidence.
Short-Form Video & Content Strategy
Create scroll-stopping content with just a smartphone. Scripting, filming, editing, and AI-powered content creation for LinkedIn, TikTok, and Reels.
Inclusion & Belonging
Building psychological safety in hybrid teams. Beyond compliance — creating genuine belonging through inclusive behaviours and allyship.
Introduction to Thinking in Systems
See the whole picture, solve the right problems. Causal loop mapping, system archetypes, and finding leverage points for maximum impact.
Navigating Change
Building an adaptable & resilient mindset. Equip your teams to navigate uncertainty, embrace transition, and maintain performance under pressure.
Neurodiversity
Unlocking talent by understanding different minds. Strengths-based awareness of ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and practical reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability
Embedding sustainable thinking into everyday decisions. ESG essentials, carbon footprints, circular economy, and personal action planning.
Creative Thinking
Solve problems differently, innovate with confidence. SCAMPER, design thinking, rapid prototyping, and AI-assisted ideation.
Generative AI Policy Drafting
From zero to a board-ready AI policy in half a day. Data protection, EU AI Act compliance, ethical use, and approved tool guardrails.
Menopause Awareness
Supporting your workforce through a natural life stage. Practical guidance for managers, reasonable adjustments, and policy development.
Professional Qualifications & Compliance Training
TESS Group is an accredited centre for CMI, ILM, and CIPD qualifications — from Level 3 to Level 7. Available as standalone professional development or embedded within apprenticeship programmes at no extra cost.
CMI Qualifications
ILM Qualifications
CIPD Qualifications
L&D Apprenticeship Pathways
What Our Learners & Employers Say
682 verified reviews across Google and Trustpilot — here's what people really think about TESS Group
An Award-Winning Provider Built on Results.
TESS Group (Training Event Safety Solutions) is an independent, Ofsted Good training provider based in Northampton. We help organisations of every size achieve their talent strategy goals through work-based apprenticeships, professional qualifications, and bespoke learning & development programmes.
Our approach is different. We don't deliver off-the-shelf content. Every programme is designed around your organisation's strategic priorities, delivered by industry-expert trainers, and built to produce measurable business impact from day one. We work with organisations of every size — from the Financial Times and Transport for London to Clarins, DPD, Sunbelt Rentals, Eurofins, and multiple NHS trusts — delivering programmes that produce measurable business results.
From AI & Data to Coaching, Leadership, HR, and Business Operations — our 27+ programmes span Level 3 to Level 7, with monthly rolling starts, blended delivery, and additional qualifications embedded at no extra cost.
Bespoke Design
Every programme tailored to your organisation's strategic priorities and culture
Expert Trainers
Industry practitioners with real-world experience, not academics reading slides
Measurable ROI
Programmes designed for tangible business results, not just qualifications
Continuous Support
Dedicated skills coaches, digital platforms, and employer engagement throughout
"TESS Group's approach was completely different. They understood our business, designed around our challenges, and the results exceeded every target we set."
Recognised by the Bodies That Matter
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything employers need to know about working with TESS Group
How does Apprenticeship Levy funding work?
Can I use my Levy to fund standalone qualifications like CMI, ILM, or CIPD?
How much time do apprentices spend away from work?
Can existing employees do an apprenticeship?
What makes TESS different from other training providers?
Do you offer programmes outside of London and the South East?
What happens at the End-Point Assessment (EPA)?
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What Makes Us Different
We don't just deliver apprenticeships. We design outcomes. Here's how we compare to the rest of the market.
Bespoke, Not Off-the-Shelf
Every programme designed around your organisation's strategic priorities. We listen first, then build training that delivers the outcomes you actually need.
Qualifications That Go Further
Where others deliver the standard alone, we embed additional qualifications — CMI, ILM, BCS, Microsoft, NCFE — at no extra cost. Up to 5 included.
4.9/5 Across the Board
Exceptional ratings on Google, Trustpilot, and learner feedback. Our reputation is built on consistent excellence, not marketing spend.
Industry Practitioners
Not academics reading slides. Our trainers have done it, lived it, and now teach it. Real-world expertise in every workshop.
Monthly Rolling Starts
No waiting until September. Our programmes start monthly with flexible cohort models, blended delivery, and online options designed for modern business.
AI Embedded Everywhere
From dedicated AI apprenticeships to embedded AI modules across every programme — your people are future-ready from day one.
TESS Group vs. Typical Providers
| Feature | TESS Group | Typical Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Additional qualifications included | ✓ Up to 5 at no extra cost | ✗ Standard only (0–1) |
| Microsoft certification embedded | ✓ AB-730 included | ✗ Not offered |
| Bespoke programme design | ✓ Tailored to your organisation | ● Generic off-the-shelf |
| AI embedded across all programmes | ✓ AI in every programme | ✗ AI only in tech programmes |
| Monthly rolling starts | ✓ Start any month | ● Fixed cohort dates |
| Industry practitioner trainers | ✓ All practitioners | ● Mix of academic/practitioner |
| Google / Trustpilot rating | ✓ 4.9/5 on both | ● 3.5–4.2 average |
| Ofsted Good | ✓ Good | ● Varies |
From First Call to First Workshop in 4 Weeks
We make it simple. No long procurement cycles. No complex paperwork. Just results.
Discovery Call
We learn about your organisation, challenges, and goals. 30 minutes that changes everything.
Bespoke Design
We design a programme tailored to your strategic priorities, culture, and learner profiles.
Learner Onboarding
Seamless enrolment, digital platform access, and dedicated skills coach assigned within days.
Delivery & Impact
Expert-led workshops begin. Real skills applied immediately. Measurable business impact from month one.
Ready to Transform Your Workforce?
Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. 27+ programmes from Level 3 to Level 7. Monthly starts. Trusted by DPD, Financial Times, NHS England, National Highways, Clarins, Arriva, Sunbelt Rentals, SKF, and 60+ more.