is an 'in service' qualification designed for those wishing to work as teachers/trainers in England?

No. The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Online – MBA Top-Up Route (120 Credits) is a business and management qualification, not an education or teaching credential. It focuses on strategic direction, organisational capability, and governance for senior professionals. It does not provide the pedagogical training, safeguarding knowledge, or subject-specific expertise required for teacher registration with the Teaching Regulation Agency in England. While it develops leadership skills applicable to educational management, it does not qualify you to teach or train in schools, colleges, or further education settings. For those roles, you need a qualified teacher status or a specific teaching qualification, such as a PGCE or a Level 5/7 Award in Education and Training. This diploma is designed for corporate leaders, not classroom educators.