Head of HR Review
at Nuffield Health
Degree Apprenticeship
Human Resources
National
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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 lead the HR Business partnering team for our hospital and HSSU network. I provide HR support to the regional directors and COO. I lead on all strategic HR propositions for the hospital arm of the charity, ensuring we develop a proposition that is market leading
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I found the studying really informative, and was able to challenge my ways of working or previous thought processes and look at other ways to address situations and apply my learning. The projects were aligned to the workplace which also gave me the opportunity to apply my learning
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Both, I have developed existing skills, and have also learnt new ways to approach things and apply theory to practical situations to strengthen the outputs
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The program was well structured, allowing time for academic study and practical application. The tools we were provided with were also really helpful, and I valued times with my coach and my line manager, reviewing my learning, and gaining feedback on areas I can improve.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I was given lots of support and feedback to help with my learning, and lots of opportunity to put this into practice in the workplace.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I had regular calls with my coach, could reach out for support whenever needed, had academic workshops which were very helpful and provided an opportunity to discuss the academic learning.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It has given me the confidence and skills to work at a higher level and support my stakeholders
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Working groups with others on the program
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Nuffield Health to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I value my company because it genuinely puts people at the heart of its culture. There is a clear commitment to developing talent, supporting continuous learning, and giving individuals the opportunity to stretch themselves. I’ve seen first‑hand how the organisation encourages people to step outside their comfort zones, take on new challenges, and grow both personally and professionally. That focus on development—combined with a supportive environment where people are trusted, encouraged, and invested in—makes it a place where I feel motivated to do my best work and confident that my career can continue to progress.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Nuffield Health?
Consider a role that will allow you to grow and develop
