Quarterly Update for Apprentices & Employers
Our Spring 2026 quarterly newsletters are now live – tailored guidance for both apprentices and employers:
- Knights Training Academy
Unlock Elite Sales Skills with the Sales Executive Level 4 Apprenticeship – Now Tailored for Estate Agents
In today’s competitive property market, estate agents need more than just charm and local knowledge—they need strategic sales expertise, leadership acumen, and nationally recognised qualifications. That’s where the Sales Executive Level 4 Apprenticeship from Knights Training Academy comes in.
This 15–18 month programme is designed to elevate professionals working in sales-focused roles, particularly within estate agencies. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator, a branch manager, or an ambitious sales executive, this apprenticeship offers a powerful blend of practical training and professional development.
Why Estate Agents Should Take Notice
What sets this programme apart for estate agents is the optional inclusion of the Propertymark Level 3 Certificate in Commercial Property Agency (NAEA), a prestigious industry qualification that adds credibility and depth to your professional profile. This means learners not only gain a Level 4 Sales Executive qualification (equivalent to a foundation degree), but also walk away with a recognised Propertymark award that’s respected across the UK property sector.
What You’ll Learn
- Customer Engagement: Building lasting relationships & understanding client needs.
- Sales Planning & Strategy: Creating and executing plans to meet KPIs.
- Negotiation & Presentation Skills: Delivering compelling pitches and closing deals.
- CRM & Data Management: Leveraging systems to track and optimise performance.
- Leadership Development: For those in senior roles, embedded modules support team leadership and strategic oversight.
Funding & Incentives
- 100% government-funded for staff aged under 22.
- 95% funded for those aged 22+, with just a £300 employer contribution.
- £1000 employer grant for enrolling staff under 19.
- Free recruitment support via Totaljobs, Indeed & GMFJ.
- Employer NI savings for apprentices under 25.
Progression & Flexibility
Delivered remotely with weekly guidance, this apprenticeship fits around busy schedules. Upon completion, learners can progress to further qualifications, including senior management pathways, ensuring long-term career growth.
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Apprenticeship Changes 2026: What Employers Need to Know
The Government has announced major apprenticeship reforms, backed by £900m investment over the next three years.
The direction is clear. More focus on 16–24-year-olds, key skills gaps, and making apprenticeships easier for employers to use.
Commitment, Confidence, and a Distinction Achievement
At Knights Training Academy, we are proud to support learners at the start of their career in the property sector, helping them build confidence, capability and a clear pathway for progression.
Get ahead in the agent qualification journey
Mandatory qualifications for property agents are firmly back on the agenda. Revived by the RoPA report and reinforced through ongoing Government consultation, the direction of travel is clear. The sector is moving towards higher standards, greater accountability and formal recognition of competence.
Confidence, Capability, and Career Progression Through Apprenticeship
At Knights Training Academy, we are proud to support learners working across housing and property management to develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to progress in their careers.
This month, we are pleased to share the success story of Tanya Kirk, who successfully completed her Housing & Property Management Level 3 Apprenticeship while working full time in a demanding property role.
Quarterly Update for Apprentices & Employers
This newsletter has been created to support both apprentices and employers by
sharing practical guidance, celebrating success, and showing how feedback directly
shapes the way we deliver training. It brings together learner voice, employer insight,
and governance oversight to provide a clear picture of what is working well and where
improvements have been made.
Dec Blog – The Autumn Budget signals a clear shift in how apprenticeships and employer
Ofsted is updating how it inspects apprenticeship providers. Starting November 2025, inspections will focus more deeply on learner development, inclusion, and employer involvement. The old grading system is being replaced with a new five-point scale:
Confidence, Commitment, and Career Growth: A Sales Director’s Journey Through Apprenticeship
At Knights Training Academy, we’re proud to support professionals at every stage of their career. Today, we celebrate the success of one of our recent graduates—a Director at a thriving estate agency—who completed the Sales Executive Level 4 apprenticeship while balancing the demands of a senior leadership role.
What Employers Need to Know About Ofsted’s New Inspection Framework
Ofsted is updating how it inspects apprenticeship providers. Starting November 2025, inspections will focus more deeply on learner development, inclusion, and employer involvement. The old grading system is being replaced with a new five-point scale:
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