Skills for Logistics is approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 2 Urban Driver Apprenticeship.
Urban drivers typically transport goods by road to an agreed destination, often serving multiple customers daily in congested areas. This occupation differs from large goods vehicle (LGV) drivers, who usually drive a much higher mileage and use heavier, articulated lorries.

This programme develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to deliver a high standard of customer service while providing safe, accurate and timely deliveries, collections and associated services, such as technical advice on goods and product installation. There is a strong focus on representing an organisation’s brand to the expected corporate standards and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A minimum training programme of 15 months
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A practical driving test to demonstrate the skills needed to drive an Urban vehicle safely and efficiently

Skills for Logistics is approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 2 Supply Chain Operator Apprenticeship.

The role of a Supply Chain Operator will be to work in a traffic or transport office managing the movement of goods for a variety of customers often liaising with drivers and other colleagues. Using IT/planning systems for coordination and communication whilst speaking to customers and drivers.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A minimum training programme of 12 months
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A practical assessment covering the skills learning outcomes

Skills for Logistics is approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship.

The role of a Supply Chain Warehouse Operative will be to work within a warehouse/storage, distribution or sortation hub. The role will be to safely, efficiently and effectively use a range of mechanical handling equipment usually to move, transfer, sort, store and pick and pack goods. Using IT/warehouse management systems for coordination, planning and communication whilst speaking to internal customers.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A minimum training programme of 12 months
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A practical assessment to cover the skills learning outcomes

Skills for Logistics are approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 2 Express Delivery Operative Apprenticeship.

The role of an Express Delivery Operative will principally be to drive a light commercial vehicle/van of fewer than 3.5 tonnes GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight).

The type of operation and job role will vary according to each employer/transport operator. Examples could include final mile, home deliveries and/or express parcels collections and deliveries.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A minimum training programme of 12 months
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A practical driving test to demonstrate the skills needed to drive a light commercial vehicle/van safely and efficiently

Skills for Logistics is approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioner Apprenticeship.

Supply Chain is at the heart of every business – it is a system of organisations, people, activities, and resources involved in moving products/services from supplier to customer. It may include the transformation of natural resources, raw materials and components into a finished product.

The role could involve fast-moving consumer goods, coordinating collections, deliveries and inventories from around the world to be in the right place, at the right time, in the right condition, and on budget.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A training programme ranging from 24 to 30 months
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A workplace project (max 3,000 words) and presentation
• A professional dialogue and interview

Skills for Logistics is approved to offer End-Point Assessment for the Team Leader/ Supervisor Level 3 Apprenticeship.

A team leader/supervisor is a first-line management role, with operational/project responsibilities or responsibility for managing a team to deliver a clearly defined outcome. They provide direction, instructions, and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals.

In the private, public or third sector and all sizes of organisation, specific responsibilities will vary, but the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed by employees will be the same whatever the role.

Key responsibilities are likely to include supporting, managing and developing team members, managing projects, planning and monitoring workloads and resources, delivering operational plans, resolving problems and building relationships internally and externally.

The apprenticeship standard has:
• A training programme ranging from 12 to 18 months
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A structured competency-based interview
• Assessment of portfolio of evidence
• Professional discussion relating to CPD activity

Skills for Logistics is approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship.

The role of an International Freight Forwarding Specialist is to coordinate the shipment of cargo to ensure the employer and clients they work with remain compliant with all applicable customs, import and export laws, and regulations.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A minimum training programme of 18 months
• An online multiple choice knowledge test
• Two observed role simulations
• A professional discussion

Skills for Logistics is approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 3 Procurement Supply Assistant Apprenticeship.

Procurement and supply assistants are vital for the smooth functioning of the procurement and supply department in any organisation. They are often responsible for ensuring data is correctly administered and maintained by the legislation of the organisation's procedures.

This occupation is found in all organisations where goods and/or services need to be sourced and purchased in line with national or international procurement laws, or internal governance processes.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A 18-month training programme
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A structured competency-based interview
• Assessment of portfolio of evidence
• Professional discussion relating to CPD activity

Skills for Logistics are approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 3 Transport and Warehouse Operations Supervisor Apprenticeship.

The Transport and Warehouse Operations Supervisor Standard develops the knowledge skills and behaviours for monitoring and supervising transport and warehouse operations. Staff learn how to understand customer contracts, manage staff performance, use it to monitor productivity, ensure compliance, put controls in place to monitor this, and improve their resource planning and project management skills.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A 12-15 month programme
• Monthly knowledge sessions
• A workplace project

Skills for Logistics is approved to offer the End-Point Assessment for the Level 4 Commercial Procurement & Supply Apprenticeship.

The work of procurement and supply professionals includes the procurement process, or buying goods and services; however, these roles can be much broader than just procurement. These roles can extend to a huge range of related commercial activities such as influencing policy, financial analysis, engaging in contract law, and developing strategies to deliver services.

The variety of goods and services procurement professionals are responsible for is wide: goods could range from buying a plane to negotiating new stationery supplies. Securing services could include finding new and innovative IT systems, outsourcing translation services or closing a deal on a construction project for a new building.

The apprenticeship standard consists of training and assessment as follows:
• A 24-month training programme
• An online multiple-choice knowledge test and behaviour test covering the learning outcomes
• A structured competency-based interview
• Assessment of portfolio of evidence
• Professional discussion relating to CPD activity