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Embark Learning and Fairway Healthcare recognised as Great Places to Work in 2025

Sister companies Embark Learning and Fairway Healthcare have been officially certified as Great Places to Work for 2025-2026. Ninety-one per cent of employees across both organisations describe them as great places to work, compared to the UK national average of 54%.

Fairway Healthcare and Embark Learning Teams

A hundred per cent of employees surveyed reported feeling a sense of pride in what they accomplish, that they are treated fairly regardless of race or age, and that they work in a physically safe environment, all measures of vital importance in today’s work environment.

The businesses are committed to developing the social care workforce across the West Midlands and beyond, actively changing the industry for the better. Each year, Embark supports over 1,200 individuals through training programmes, helping them to start meaningful careers in care.

Teams at Fairway Healthcare and Embark Learning
Teams at Fairway Healthcare and Embark Learning Credit: Fairway Healthcare and Embark Learning

The firms engage with over 250 care providers, delivering over 250,000 hours of care activity in partnership as they introduce, embed, support and continually develop them all on their individual journey.

Eyad Hanash, Head of Operations
Eyad Hanash, Head of Operations Credit: Fairway Healthcare and Embark Learning

Additionally, students enrolling on Embark training programmes have a 99% completion rate, 80% job outcomes and 78% sustained employment success.

Commenting on this milestone, Alex O’Neill, operations director, said: "We’ve always believed that people are the heartbeat of everything we do, and this recognition is proof that when you invest in your team, treat them fairly, and create a space where ambition and compassion both thrive, the results speak for themselves. We’re incredibly proud to be officially certified as a Great Place to Work and even more excited about what the future holds for our brilliant teams."

With an increasing demand for high-quality care professionals, as well as growth within the businesses, both Embark Learning and Fairway Healthcare are actively seeking talented individuals to join their teams. Opportunities are currently open for care co-ordinators, recruitment consultants, trainee consultants, healthcare trainers, assessors, and administrative support staff, as well as health and social care staff.

To find out more, visit  https://fairwayhomecare.co.uk/ or  https://embarklearning.co.uk/