Off the job training hours to be confirmed
Apprentices aged 18 at the start of their apprenticeship, who do not yet have maths and/or English qualifications at GCSE (at grade C-A*/ 4-9), will be required to complete Functional Skills Level 2
Apprentices aged 19+ at the start of their apprenticeship, who do not yet have maths and/or English qualifications at GCSE (at grade C-A*/ 4-9), will have the option to complete Functional Skills Level 2
The programme is typically 36 months, but CIRO offers a condensed 24-month programme, followed by 5 months for End Point Assessment (EPA)
Delivery includes regular online and in-person sessions covering apprenticeship standard content
Learners will undertake a work-based project, a professional discussion, and submit a portfolio of evidence as part of the EPA
Regular progress reviews with CIRO coach and line manager to guide development and offer tailored support
Access to online learning resources, including webinars and professional development tools
Portfolio development via OneFile
Access to CIRO Rail Master: A Whole System View of Rail short course
Access to CMI Management Direct resource portal
(Carried out by an independent EPA organisation)
A significant workplace project
Professional discussion
Submission of a portfolio of evidence
Network operating principles and rail industry structure
Rail regulation and safety management systems
Timetable planning and service recovery
Risk management and performance monitoring
Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
Leadership and communication in multi-disciplinary teams
Human factors in operational decision-making
Planning, resource allocation, and continuous improvement
Developing a safety-first, accountable management culture
Please complete the below form to register your interest for the next Level 6 Operations Manager Apprenticeship Cohort.
A member of our Apprenticeship team will be in touch.
