# W4160 The Provision of Apprenticeship Framework 2026

> A sourced UK public sector contract award published by Walsall Metro Borough Council.

## Key facts

- Buyer: [Walsall Metro Borough Council](/buyers/walsall-metro-borough-council/contract-awards)
- Supplier: Best Practice Network Limited
- Award value: £43,200
- Tender value: £43,200
- Award date: 18 August 2026
- Published: 27 August 2026
- Contract start: 1 September 2026
- Contract end: 31 March 2028
- Stage: awarded
- Procurement category: services
- Notice ID: bd8d1e38-c0e6-4558-95d7-c0cec6ba9106-912007
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f5e4fc0-b41b-41f7-ae55-7f67bdbbc2dd

## Description

Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 5 Apprenticeship delivered through a blended delivery model, incorporating remote learning, tutor-led sessions and workplace-based learning\. Training will be delivered to school employees working within educational settings across Walsall and associated workplace locations\. The apprenticeship will support the development of the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to undertake specialist teaching assistant responsibilities, supporting workforce development, professional skills progression, service delivery requirements and compliance with the occupational standard\.

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd8d1e38-c0e6-4558-95d7-c0cec6ba9106-912007)