From left: Sophia Grainger, head of staff experience, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust; Nicola Raine, assistant principal for business development and technical education, Derwentside College; Amanda Venner, director of people, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust; Helen Larkin, clinical lead for e-rostering, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. "Together, we are creating opportunities for local people whilst helping to build a sustainable NHS workforce for the future." Amanda Venner, director of people at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, said: "Investing in people is critical to the future success of the NHS. "Our partnership with Derwentside College is helping us attract, develop and retain talented individuals from our local communities. Through ongoing collaboration, the college and NHS trust aim to open doors to employment, build stronger communities, and ensure the NHS has access to the skills and talent it needs for the future.