Work Experience and Widening Participation Project Lead Review

Item: Work Experience and Widening Participation Project Lead at NHS Cambridge University Hospitals
Rating: 4.4
Author: Anonymous

at NHS Cambridge University Hospitals

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Human Resources

Cambridge

Review Submitted: March 2026

Overall Rating

4.4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role

5/5 - Skills Development

4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

5/5

I work with schools and colleges on careers in the NHS- for which there are over 350! I do career events, give apprenticeship talks and i lead on work experience placements across Cambridge University Hospitals in all sectors.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5

Majority of the apprenticeship in HR was good. It had a tricky start with the training provider, but that improved. I couldn't fault the employer. I have continued support throughout my learning, plenty of options for my study time, which i scheduled to when suited me best for my substantive role. i could go and shadow other HR departments within our corporate area and operation managers etc. CUH have been completely engaged with the apprenticeship.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

I have developed existing skills in management, with a deeper understanding of the background to why we do things, and have the policies in place.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

It was structured well, with online sessions to support the assignments required

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

I received as much support as i required throughout the duration of the apprenticeship.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

5/5

After the initial problems with the training provider, it improved and I had monthly meetings

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

3/5

It helped me understand the background to what we do, what we should do, and what is right. Also helps keeping up with legislation changes

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

4/5

yes, if you want to through the Frank Lee Centre

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend NHS Cambridge University Hospitals to a friend?

Yes

Why?

CUH is great for offering a range of apprenticeships, clinical and non clinical and further study. Employer support to study is continued throughout employment.