Course: Principles of Management and Leadership L3*
After attending sixth form and achieving 3 A levels, James found that university wasn’t for him and left to join the police. Still volunteering as a Special Constable in his spare time, James now works as Strategic Housing Officer role at Stockton Borough Council, and in 2025 won Employee of the Year!
“The role I do at the council has been brilliant, and its commitment to professional development has meant that I’m currently doing an apprenticeship. It was the natural next step for me as I work to move up in the organisation, and allows me to continue working whilst upskilling.”
James says that the council is a great, supportive employer. He said: “They trust me, and the autonomy and flexibility has been a game changer for my working life. In my current role I am responsible for a team in an interim capacity, and I enjoy using my experience to help others develop.”
We asked James how he felt about winning Employee of the Year, something that was a complete surprise!
He smiled: “Everyone said to me afterwards – did you not realise you’d won; you were sat next to the Mayor of Stockton? I honestly, didn’t expect to be awarded, and it was nice to have that recognition.”
Whether you’re interested in entry level apprenticeships or courses that upskill your existing team, contact the team at Innersummit at hello@innersummit.co.uk
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