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Lauren Macdonald- Edwards Ltd

Lauren was chosen by her Progress Mentor and SRSCC Apprenticeship Manager as Apprentice of the Month for May 2023 due to her consistent hard work and commitment to the L4 Commercial Procurement and Supply Chain Apprenticeship.

Find out more about Lauren’s time studying with SRSCC below…

Before starting your apprenticeship, did you know what to expect or have any concerns about studying an apprenticeship?

 
“I didn’t have any concerns; it was all well explained clearly of what was involved and what was expected. Any further questions I had were answered quickly.”

 

 

How does the support you receive at SRSCC help you in working towards your Apprenticeship?

 
“The support has been fantastic, I have regular reviews as well as online classes. Any questions I have were replied to really promptly. The online classes allow you to raise questions as you’re going through it, which was brilliant, as you could hear other peoples input to your questions.”

 

 

Have you experienced any struggles or tough moments along the way? If so, how have you overcome them?

 
“As I haven’t done any form of studying for quite a while, it took me a couple of months to get into the routine of completing assignments and note taking etc. I took tips from other people on the course as well as tips and suggestions from my mentor. I used a bit of everyone’s advice and found a way that best suited me and my style of learning.”

 

 

How has the Apprenticeship help you grow as a person and develop your professional skills?

 
“By doing the online classes with people from different sectors it has helped given me a better understanding of their processes. You get real life experiences while having discussions which has highlighted certain areas that I can focus on within my role.”

 

 

Have you had the opportunity to apply what you’ve learnt in real-world scenarios?

 
“Yes, there has been a lot I have applied, mostly with supplier (and other stakeholder) relationships, as well as bringing in added value.”

 

 

What are you enjoying most about your apprenticeship experience?

 
“The whole experience has been fantastic, it was quite scary getting back into studying after so many years of working, but the support is fantastic, and each class is very enjoyable.”

 

 

What advice would you give to someone contemplating whether to enroll onto an Apprenticeship?

 
“The apprenticeship route for me has been brilliant as you have the support from tutors and mentors all the way through. You also have classes where you can interact and learn from other industries & sectors, which all helps put the course material into real life situations so gives you a better understanding. The assignments that are attached to each learning outcome help underpin your understanding of the coursework and also help prepare you for the exams.”

 

 

Have you considered continuing with the next level of study? Would you remain on Apprenticeship route or choose the commercial pathway?

 
“I will be continuing through the apprenticeship route, as soon as L4 is complete I will be starting L5.”

 

 

Lauren went on to add,
 “For me, the apprenticeship route was the only way to go. To have the support from online classes, regular reviews with my mentor as well as someone available on email or phone has been a fantastic way to complete Level 4. I would highly recommend this route for anyone. The course material is brilliant and well documented, both PDF documents, videos and assignments, giving a range of materials to use for everyone, depending on your style of studying. I always did the videos first, then went back to the study materials and PDF docs.”

 

  

We look forward to continuingly supporting Lauren through her learning journey with SRSCC as she looks to complete her Apprenticeship.
SRSCC and the Apprenticeships they provide have, without a doubt, helped develop our Procurement Team who in turn have transformed the Commercial Department. SRSCC provided expert tuition and, important to ensuring personal growth, mentoring support.

The Team have increased their abilities and confidence and are now all successfully operating as professional Business Partners and members of Senior Leadership Teams in Commercial and DDaT Departments.
Barry LeightonHead of Commercial Services
Barry Leighton
SRSCC and the Apprenticeships they provide have, without a doubt, helped develop our Procurement Team who in turn have transformed the Commercial Department. SRSCC provided expert tuition and, important to ensuring personal growth, mentoring support.

The Team have increased their abilities and confidence and are now all successfully operating as professional Business Partners and members of Senior Leadership Teams in Commercial and DDaT Departments.
Barry LeightonHead of Commercial Services
Barry Leighton
Prior to the Apprenticeship, the Team undertook various training courses while operating at different levels. Since the Apprenticeship program commenced the Team has become more aligned saving the Constabulary £3.6m while reducing risks and awarding many compliant contracts.

The Team also managed supplies during the Pandemic ensuring 100% delivery of PPE and requirements for agile working while installing the Oracle system, with the Apprenticeship being a key factor in enabling the Team to deliver this
Barry LeightonHead of Commercial Services
Barry Leighton

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Bethanie Stimpson

Progress Mentor

Bethanie began her career in the fitness industry, working as a personal trainer and gym instructor before becoming involved in coaching children through a triathlon club. This experience sparked her passion for working with young people and ultimately led her into a career in education. She initially worked in a nursery and later as a one-to-one teaching assistant in a primary school, before completing her teaching qualification and postgraduate studies. Since then, Bethanie has taught in both the private and state education sectors.

Her academic background includes a qualification in Sports Development, Fitness and Coaching at college, alongside a Childhood & Youth undergraduate degree (2:1). These studies have enabled her to combine her interests in sport, education, and child development, shaping her holistic approach to teaching and mentoring.

Bethanie is passionate about supporting learners to achieve their goals — educationally, personally, and in terms of wellbeing. She places strong emphasis on communication and relationship building, and takes great pride in helping individuals build confidence and overcome challenges. One of her proudest achievements has been supporting learners who initially doubted themselves to grow in confidence and achieve success.

Outside of work, Bethanie has always maintained a strong interest in sport. She previously competed in triathlons and now focuses on running and swimming. In 2023, she completed the London Marathon — an achievement she is particularly proud of. She also enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and their two dogs, which is where she is happiest when not working.

Ola Kambul

Skills Coach

Ola began her career in supply chain within fast-paced warehouse and logistics environments, where she developed a strong understanding of operations and people management. Her journey into the Supply Chain sector wasn’t planned, but through hands-on experience she discovered a passion for improving processes and supporting others – which naturally led her into training and development.

She has progressed through a range of roles across operations, recruitment, and training, including Programme Coach and L&D Lead. She designed and delivered apprenticeship programmes, supporting over 40 learners to successful completion and contributing to strong quality outcomes and inspection success.  Her transition into mentoring was driven by a desire to make a direct impact on people’s confidence, growth, and career progression.

Ola’s mentoring style is supportive, structured, and empowering. She combines real operational experience with coaching expertise, helping learners apply knowledge in practical workplace settings. One of her proudest career achievements has been supporting learners who started with low confidence to achieve distinctions and progress into new roles within their organisations. She has also led a UK-wide Mental Health First Aider network, embedding wellbeing into workplace culture and supporting colleagues through challenging situations.

From day one, she shares a consistent message with every learner: “You’re more capable than you think – but you have to be willing to step outside your comfort zone to see it.”

Outside of work, Ola enjoys walking with her Border Collie, Luna, and cross stitching. She recommends Legacy by James Kerr to anyone in supply chain, for its powerful insights into leadership and culture. If she wasn’t working in mentoring and development, she would likely be pursuing a career as a Visual Merchandiser.

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Promoted to Team Leader in October 2024, Jack utilises his expertise in auditing processes and innovative problem-solving to identify and enhance growth opportunities.

Jack possesses a strong ability to analyse and refine systems and procedures, consistently uncovering chances for streamlining and automation that drive operational efficiency. He excels at communicating complex ideas with clarity and precision.

Detail-oriented yet big-picture focused, Jack applies his exceptional organisational skills to ensure the team adopts the most effective strategies for achieving both individual and collective goals.

His methodical approach and strategic mindset make Jack an invaluable asset to SRSCC, significantly contributing to the team’s success and the realisation of organisational objectives.