THE WINNERS WERE:

Digital Technology and Arts Outstanding Apprentice

Sally Parker, from Capula Digital and Technology Solutions, who was a awarded a First class honours, a distinction in her apprenticeship as well as winning Nuclear Apprentice of the Year.

Justice Security and Sustainability Outstanding Apprentice

Sophie Cordwell-james, from Merlin Entertainment, who showed exceptional determination throughout her Operations Departmental Manager apprenticeship and who is on track to become a future leader.

Health Science and Wellbeing Outstanding Apprentice

Michelle Bowdler, from Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, who impressed university staff and her employer with the commitment she showed throughout her Nursing Associate apprenticeship.

Outstanding Apprentice Performer

Michael Duan, Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, was nominated for his achievements in all academic modules and commended for his outstanding clinical practice in practical assessments of his Nursing Associate apprenticeship.

Mentor of the Year

Paul Dyer of the Inspirational Learning Group was nominated by apprentice Liam Brookes who found Paul to be a great support and helped him build confidence throughout his apprenticeship and in the workplace.

Apprentice Champion of the Year

Ian Davies, from Staffordshire University, who is recognised as a leader in apprenticeship education for biomedical scientists across the UK and was active in highlighting the contribution his Healthcare Science students made during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Apprentice of the Year

Ben Slack, from Unipart Rail, who is described as ‘an example of apprentices at their best’ and whose own progression in Embedded Electronic Systems Design is helping to inspire other apprentices. Ben often runs training sessions across the business.

Employer of the Year

University Hospitals of North Midlands is a champion of apprenticeships and last year celebrated 42 graduate apprentices across several standards including Nursing Associate, Senior Leader and Healthcare Science. The award was collected by Katie Berger, UHNM Pathology Practice Educator and Quality Manager.