Team Leader Training | Leadership Skills for Effective Teams

Course Overview

Our 2-day Team Leader Training course is designed to provide team leaders with the essential skills needed to lead their teams effectively. This interactive course will develop leadership capabilities, enhance communication skills, and equip team leaders to manage conflict and performance, ensuring success and high performance in any organisation.

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Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for aspiring or current team leaders looking to enhance their skills in leadership, team management, and communication. No prior leadership experience is required, making this training accessible for those in any industry who want to improve team dynamics and performance.

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Team Leader Training Course Objectives

By completing this Team Leader Training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the responsibilities and role of a team leader within an organisation
• Develop the leadership behaviours, skills, and characteristics necessary for success
• Learn different leadership styles and know when to apply them
• Master effective communication skills, including active listening and assertive communication
• Address and resolve team conflicts while maintaining professional relationships
• Provide timely, performance-related feedback and learn the importance of praise
• Foster team member development and create autonomy within the team
• Understand employee engagement and how to motivate teams for high performance
• Apply knowledge of team dynamics to remove barriers and improve teamwork
• Confidently handle difficult conversations and underperformance issues
• Implement coaching techniques to set clear goals and objectives in line with organisational needs
• Recognise and address unconscious bias in decision-making
• Manage misconduct in accordance with company policies and UK Employment Law
• Operate within the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010

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Team Leader Training Course Content

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Day 1: Leadership Fundamentals and Communication Skills

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Module 1: Understanding Your Role as a Team Leader

• Explore the responsibilities of a team leader and how to support team members effectively.
• Understand your role within the wider organisation.

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Module 2: What Makes a Great Leader?

• Discover the traits of great leadership and how to apply different leadership styles in various situations.

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Module 3: Mastering Communication Techniques

• Understand verbal, non-verbal, and written communication.
• Learn active listening skills and assertive communication techniques to lead by example.

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Module 4: Managing Team Behaviour and Providing Feedback

• Learn how to manage team behaviour, deliver balanced feedback, and encourage positive change.

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Module 5: Team Development and Succession Planning

• Understand the importance of individual and team development, and learn the basics of succession planning.

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Module 6: Engagement and Motivation

• Explore practical strategies for boosting team engagement and motivation.

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Day 2: Advanced Leadership and Performance Management

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Module 7: Building and Managing an Effective Team

• Analyse the common barriers to effective teamwork and learn how to foster a collaborative team environment.

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Module 8: Performance Management Techniques

• Develop techniques to manage both individual and team performance, including addressing underperformance.

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Module 9: Handling Difficult Conversations

• Gain confidence in managing challenging conversations, from planning and execution to follow-up.

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Module 10: Coaching for Success

• Learn the fundamentals of coaching, including goal setting and performance improvement strategies.

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Module 11: Unconscious Bias Awareness

• Understand unconscious bias and how to make impartial, informed decisions within your team.

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Module 12: UK Employment Law and the Equality Act 2010

• Familiarise yourself with key legal frameworks to ensure compliance in managing your team.

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Why Choose Our Team Leader Training Course?

Our Team Leader Training course focuses on practical skills that can be immediately applied in your workplace. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to handle complex team dynamics, improve communication, and lead with confidence, creating a positive impact on your team’s performance.

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