We’re delighted to announce that SR Supply Chain Consultants has been selected by NHS England as the official provider of CIPS apprenticeships as part of the new NHS – CIPS Academy.
This exciting partnership means SRSCC will deliver CIPS-accredited apprenticeship programmes to procurement and supply staff across NHS Trusts in England, helping to build a strong, future-ready commercial workforce.
As a CIPS Centre of Excellence for over a decade, and an OFSTED Rated ‘Good’ provider, SRSCC is recognised for high-quality training, wrap-around learner support, and a proven track record of success in procurement and supply chain apprenticeships. NHS England’s decision reflects confidence in our ability to provide the skills and development pathways needed to grow procurement talent across the NHS.
Lois Shield, Associate Director of the Central Commercial Function at NHS England, commented:
“At NHS England, we recognise that empowering our procurement staff with the right knowledge and skills is essential to the success of our commercial function. Supporting their development not only enables them to deliver in their roles today but also sets them up for long-term career success.
We’re proud to partner with SRSCC as our official provider for delivering CIPS qualifications through the apprenticeship learning pathway. This partnership forms a key part of our NHS – CIPS Academy, helping to ensure our commercial teams are equipped with globally recognised procurement expertise.
Our ambition is clear: to ensure the NHS continues to attract the best and most diverse commercial talent, and to accredit, develop, and connect this workforce—building a thriving, future-ready commercial community across the NHS. We’re excited about the opportunities this brings for our people and the wider NHS.”
Susan Rashid, CEO of SRSCC, added:
“We are incredibly proud to have been chosen to deliver the CIPS apprenticeship programmes for NHS England’s new CIPS Academy. This partnership recognises the quality of our delivery and our commitment to developing skilled professionals who will make a real difference to procurement and supply within the NHS.”
This collaboration cements SRSCC’s position as a leading provider of procurement and supply chain apprenticeships in the UK, and we look forward to supporting NHS professionals at every stage of their career journey.
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