A Commitment to Meaningful Apprenticeship Development
Nurseplus views apprenticeships as a core part of development and progression across the business; they are a powerful way to build skills, knowledge and long‑term careers. By enabling employees to learn on the job while gaining structured guidance, the organisation has created a development offer that supports progression at every level.
Working with Paragon Skills, Nurseplus delivers Level 2 and Level 3 Adult Care apprenticeships, alongside Level 4 and Level 5 leadership pathways. Wider business and operational programmes offered through Babington, also part of the wider Knovia Group, enhance the organisation’s broader development framework. Together, these pathways support frontline care roles, leadership development, operational teams and training specialists, forming a clear, joined‑up progression journey.
“For us, apprenticeships strengthen capability, support progression and help us retain skilled, motivated teams, which ultimately improves the quality of care we deliver.” — Gemma Peadon, National Training Lead with Nurseplus
Working in Partnership with Paragon Skills
Nurseplus partnered with Paragon Skills to offer a consistent, structured development route that aligns with the organisation’s commitment to quality care and staff progression. Paragon Skills’ approach supports both learners and managers, ensuring apprentices can balance study with the realities of delivering frontline care.
This partnership provides a reliable, well‑structured way to support staff development alongside day‑to‑day operations. Paragon Skills’ delivery model fits naturally with Nurseplus’ ways of working, helping maintain high standards while embedding learning directly into practice.
“Paragon Skills are a supportive and practical partner who understand the realities of the workplace. They work collaboratively, communicate well and make the apprenticeship process straightforward for both the business and learners.”
Close collaboration between Paragon Skills, the Nurseplus Training Team and branch operations ensures apprentices receive clear guidance and the practical support needed to build confidence and progress. This joined‑up approach also strengthens succession planning and supports the development of future leaders across the business.
Nurseplus values Paragon Skills’ practical, supportive style and strong understanding of the care sector — qualities that make the apprenticeship journey straightforward for both managers and learners. This combination of clear communication and genuine partnership is what Nurseplus would recommend to other employers considering apprenticeship delivery.
The Impact of Apprenticeships at Nurseplus
Since embedding apprenticeships into its development strategy; Nurseplus has seen meaningful improvements across its teams. Apprentices are demonstrating stronger practical skills, increased confidence and clearer career pathways — all of which contribute to improved morale, engagement and retention.
The programme also supports the organisation’s wider talent pipeline, helping identify and nurture future leaders while maintaining consistent standards across the business.
“Since introducing apprenticeships, we’ve seen increased confidence, stronger skills in practice and clearer progression routes for staff.”
With apprenticeships now deeply embedded across Nurseplus, the partnership with Paragon Skills is strengthening skills, boosting confidence and creating clear progression pathways. Together, they are building a motivated, resilient and future‑ready workforce that continues to raise standards and deliver exceptional, high‑quality care.
“Apprenticeships are a strategic investment in our people and our future. They enable us to grow talent from within, strengthen capability at every level, and embed learning where it matters most in practice. By creating clear pathways for development and progression, we build a skilled, confident workforce and continue to raise the standard of care we deliver nationwide.” – Mike Evans, Head of Training, Nurseplus
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