We are passionate about growing potential, which is why we created INSPIRED Academy.

We value our colleagues. Their commitment and skill give INSPIRED its competitive edge and by upholding our behaviours, they are key to our success.

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We're passionate about helping our colleagues and new talent thrive, grow, and make a difference.

By investing in development and creating opportunities for everyone, we're not just building vital skills for our business, we're investing in potential and enabling lasting impact.

INSPIRED Academy

Our Offer
Apprenticeships, Degree Apprenticeships, Graduate Schemes, Professional Qualifications

Key Objectives

  • Future skills
  • Internal growth / retention and progression
  • Social mobility

Impact

  • Strong talent pipeline / Increased retention
  • Enhanced career pathways
  • Happy, developed colleagues
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INSPIRED Apprenticeships

INSPIRED Academy Apprenticeships are vital to building our future workforce and supporting long-term business success. They develop the skills needed to drive efficiency, innovation, and reliability across our operations.

By investing in apprentices, we strengthen safety, OEE, and quality, while bringing fresh thinking and new ideas.

These programmes also help bridge future skill gaps, reduce reliance on external hiring, and foster a culture of learning and growth.

Apprentices

Investing in Apprenticeships

By nurturing growth from within and supporting social mobility, we’re building not just a stronger business, but a more inclusive and thriving community for the future.

Sophie Winspear
Chief People Officer
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