Aspirant Middle Manager Programme (AMMP)

ADSS Cymru and Social Care Wales, in collaboration with the Institute of Public Care (IPC) at Oxford Brookes University, proudly present Cohort 3 of the Aspirant Middle Manager Programme (AMMP). This programme is tailored for aspiring managers in social care who are looking to bridge the gap between team management and middle management roles. The AMMP addresses the identified need for a ‘step up’ programme that prepares team managers or equivalent professionals for middle management positions, such as Service Manager, Principal Officer, Operational, Locality, or Group Manager.

The programme aims to provide participants with the opportunity to explore and evaluate their readiness for middle management responsibilities. It offers a supportive environment where participants can ‘test the waters’ of middle management, gaining valuable insights and guidance. While previous completion of the Team Manager Development Programme is not required, aspirants should have at least three years of post-qualifying experience, some management experience, and the endorsement of their employing organisation to participate.

Course Feedback

Feedback from Cohort 1 and 2 colleagues highlights the programme’s impact on career development and confidence building:

“Good reflective programme for helping to understand dilemmas in middle management and helping to decide if this is the type of role for my future.”

“I enjoyed the mentoring sessions – with opportunities to reflect and hear the opinions of someone outside my immediate management chain.”

“It has started to rebuild my confidence and enthusiasm about pursuing middle manager roles. Working alongside my colleagues across Wales has been of great benefit.”