Core Skills for Team Leadership

This highly engaging and practical team leadership course is a fantastic development opportunity for anyone who leads and manages teams to:

  • Discover highly engaging, provocative and practical team leadership skills.
  • Acquire an understanding of what they can say and do to impact their team and organisation positively.

On this two-day course, available in the classroom, virtually and in-house, we give team leaders tools and techniques they can use in typical situations and at more complicated moments.

Course Facts

Duration: 2 Day/s
Course price: From 600 +VAT
Who it’s for:
*Prices cover course materials & initial exams (Resits not included)
Entry Requirements: There are no entry requirements
Assessment: This course is not assessed
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Ways To Take The Course

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Booking Options

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Finance plans available on enquiry

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This course has been purpose-designed for new, existing, or aspiring team leaders, managers and supervisors. It is the perfect course for new team leaders that are having to lead people they have previously worked alongside.

It’s also well suited to job hunters looking for team leadership roles, and who want to develop their CVs, knowledge, and skills.

Course Content

  • Team leader roles and responsibilities – You will consider the role of a team leader, comparing typical responsibilities to those you fulfil (or are looking to fulfil). You will determine whether you can do things differently to become a more effective team leader.
  • What makes a good team leader? – The foundation of the course is the question, “What are the qualities of a good team leader?”. You’ll be looking at what it takes to be a good team leader, assessing your current strengths and areas for development, and making a plan of action.
  • Learning to lead teams without authority – You will explore different approaches for leading teams effectively, discovering and practising with tools and techniques you can apply in your team leadership role. You will understand the team leadership skills needed for success in your role.
  • Goal setting for team leaders– Through a range of activities, you will practice setting and communicating goals, targets and deadlines that are aligned with organisational goals and objectives
  • Monitoring performance – You will get to grips with the question ‘What is performance management?’ before learning to identify performance, capability, and conduct issues at source and without delay. You will learn to take appropriate steps to remedy situations and develop your team toward high-performance
  • Holding difficult conversations – You will practice having challenging conversations and exploring ways to resolve conflict. You will plan ways in which you can prepare for different team leadership scenarios you might face at work
  • Motivating the team – With your ‘classmates’, you will share practical methods for motivating individuals and teams to build a shared drive for results
  • How to develop your staff – Practice using uncomplicated but impactful people development tools and techniques to improve your team’s performance

Learning Outcomes

After this course, you will have the knowledge, tools and techniques to…

  • Become more self-aware and able to take action to develop yourself as a leader of teams
  • Be a better communicator who can influence people, provide clear goals, and get results
  • Motivate and develop your people to build a high-performance team aligned to common goals
  • Deal with difficult situations and HR scenarios to achieve favourable outcomes

Business Benefits

Typical business benefits from this course include:

  • Having team leaders who take responsibility for their development and strive to improve in the role
  • Teams that understand their goals and how they align with the bigger picture of organisation success
  • Motivated people who provide maximum contribution toward the team’s objectives
  • Fewer HR issues, as a result of team leaders taking appropriate action in response to different situations

There is no assessment for this course. That means you won’t have to complete any exams, tests, or assignments.

The key to success on this course is your full participation and willingness to explore new ways of doing things, to become a great team leader.

On the course, your trainer will assist you in the development of your ‘team leader personal development and action plan’ that you can use to focus your attention when getting back to work.

Public Course Booking Options

This course is available on our open programme, with a calendar of virtual and classroom events. You can book a place for yourself, for an employee or for a group of staff.

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£600 +VAT
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£600 +VAT

In-House Delivery Exclusively For Your Organisation

This course can be delivered exclusively for your organisation, in any location or virtually through Microsoft Teams or Zoom.

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Our Core Skills for Team Leadership Trainers

At TSW we pride ourselves on the expertise and quality of our trainers and consultants. Each is chosen for their working experience and hard-earned knowledge. Here are just some of our trainers for this course:

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Lynne Landricombe
A passionate Coach, Facilitator and Trainer with over 25 years of leadership and management experience
Liz Oseland Portrait Image - TSW Business Skills and Leadership and Management Trainer
Liz Oseland
A passionate Coach, Facilitator and Trainer with over 15 years of blended learning experience
David Laing Portrait Image - TSW Business Skills and Leadership and Management Trainer
David Laing
A highly experienced facilitator with over 17 years of delivering high-quality training to blue-chip organisations and SMEs.
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George Savva
George is communications specialist. With a contagious enthusiasm, George always gets the best out of a room full of people.

Boost Your Team’s Skills with Our In-House Training

At TSW, we recognise that each organisation has unique needs. That’s why our in-house training programmes aim to address your specific challenges and objectives. To do that we ensure that the training content is directly relevant to your team’s roles and responsibilities, making the learning experience more impactful and immediately applicable.

At TSW, we recognise that each organisation has unique needs. Our bespoke in-house training programmes are designed to address your specific challenges and objectives. This ensures that the training content is directly relevant to your team’s roles and responsibilities, making the learning experience more impactful and immediately applicable.

Training several employees via public courses can be both costly and logistically difficult. With TSW’s in-house training, you save on travel and accommodation expenses, and the overall cost per delegate is significantly lowered. This makes in-house training a cost-effective solution, particularly for larger groups.

TSW’s in-house training sessions are arranged to fit your schedule, minimising operational disruptions. Whether you prefer weekdays, weekends, or evening sessions, we can accommodate your needs. Conducting training at your premises ensures your team remains in a familiar environment, enhancing the learning experience and reducing downtime.

In-house training at TSW brings your team together, fostering better communication and collaboration. Employees can share experiences and build stronger working relationships. This not only boosts morale but also promotes a unified approach to problem-solving within your organisation.

Public training sessions can pose risks when discussing company-specific issues. TSW’s in-house training guarantees confidentiality, allowing your team to freely address and resolve internal challenges. This level of discretion is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and operational integrity.

By delivering training in the workplace, TSW ensures that employees can immediately apply what they’ve learned. This immediate integration of new skills helps in retaining knowledge and enhances overall productivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

In this section, you will find all of the questions we are frequently asked about this course. Still can’t find the information you are looking for? Send us an enquiry and we’ll get back to you.

A team leader requires a blend of education (not necessarily academic), relevant experience, key skills, and leadership qualities. Continuous learning and professional development are essential to stay effective and lead teams successfully.

The key is continuous learning and development.

Great team leaders and budding managers are committed to professional development through workshops, seminars, and courses in leadership and management. In addition, they are open to receiving feedback and continuously working on personal and professional growth.

A team leader course is a training program that equips individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead and manage a team effectively.

Courses like TSW’s team leader programme typically cover various topics essential for successful team leadership, including communication, conflict resolution, motivation, delegation, and strategic planning.

While prior experience is advantageous, becoming a team leader without it is achievable by developing key skills, seeking education, gaining relevant experience, building a network, and demonstrating your potential.

With dedication and proactive effort, you can position yourself as a strong candidate for a team leader role.

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