Employer: 
StairBox 
Sector: 
Manufacturing & Joinery 
Programme: 
Step into Leadership 
"The Linden team have been very supportive. They've been giving our colleagues one-to-one support and really guiding them through the program." 
 
Kim, HR Business Partner 

The Challenge 

Strong Operatives Needed the Skills to Lead 

StairBox had never run a formal training programme. Employees were progressing into management because of their operational ability, but they needed practical skills in leadership. 
 
 
 
"I would absolutely recommend an apprentichip program to other people. I think it's a great way to learn. I don't think people should be scared to be learning again as an adult. " 
 
Matt, CNC Team Leader 
 
"I feel the best part of the apprenticeship program so far has been the amount of different opinions that people have. The different ideas and things that people are putting across always helps to open up different views.  
 
And obviously the support from the coaches doing it is really invaluable." 
 
Chris, Technical Manager 
 
 
"The best part of the apprenticeship program so far is how the courses are delivered. 
 
Everyone's encouraged to get involved and share their ideas. 
 
I highly recommend it." 
 
Russell, CNC Team Leader 

A Programme Built Around StairBox 

Linden took time to understand the workplace, came on site, spoke directly with employees and introduced the programme in a clear, reassuring way. 
1 
Practical workshops 
Hands-on sessions encouraged discussion, shared ideas and active participation. 
2 
Workplace application 
Learners applied techniques in inductions, reviews, recruitment and daily team management. 
3 
Personal support 
Knowledgeable coaches provided one-to-one guidance throughout the programme.