Line Manager of the Month - June 25

This month’s Line Manager of the Month award goes to someone whose unwavering support, dedication, and care make a real difference to every apprentice she works with - Elaine Alderton from Berkeley Group!

Elaine has been described as an “outstanding asset” to Berkeley Group and a rock of support for her apprentices and their development journey. Since LSP Support Coach, Charlotte, began working with Elaine in May last year, their collaboration has blossomed into a strong, learner-focused partnership - and the results speak for themselves.

“Elaine’s commitment to her learners is exceptional” says Charlotte. “She knows them as individuals, supports their confidence and growth, and constantly finds ways for them to shine.”

One of the most inspiring examples of Elaine’s proactive support was the week-long Outward-Bound trip to the Lake District - a memorable experience designed to help apprentices explore their leadership styles and build stronger team bonds away from the hustle and bustle of London.

“Every learner praised the trip” Charlotte adds. “The planning of it was exceptional and they all had a lot of fun bonding away from busy London life and getting stuck in to team building activities!”

Elaine’s dedication doesn’t stop there. She’s never missed a progress review, is always available for a chat, and offers guidance and encouragement not only to her apprentices but to the wider team as well.

“Anything Elaine says she will sort, she always has and always will. I think having a leader like this when completing an apprenticeship is so important to our learners; it creates a safe space for them all.” Charlotte shared. “You can see the respect her learners have for her in the way they respond to her feedback and take her guidance seriously.”

Elaine’s consistent positivity, hands-on approach, and sincere investment in her learners’ success are what truly set her apart. She creates a culture where people feel valued, motivated, and empowered to grow.

Elaine, thank you for being a shining example of what a supportive and inspiring line manager looks like. You are making a lasting impact on every learner you work with - and we couldn’t be more proud to name you our June Line Manager of the Month!