Conference2025
Monday 6 and Monday 20 October
Only a few weeks now until our Proud to Care conference and this week we’re looking at the session which will examine the people at the centre of person-centred care.
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Leanne and Roya are part of the delivering this session that will h delegates understand the impact have on others, gaining insight in how we can be our ‘best selves’.
I’m proud to be part of the Conference because it gives us th chance to hold a mirror up to ourselves, reflect on how we deli care, and inspire each other to ke putting people at the centre of everything we do.
Leanne Battley Matron
In the busy reality of our roles, it’s easy to focus on delivering care, and forget what it feels like to be on the receiving end. This workshop invites us to pause, reflect, and share our experiences with each other.
Join us to share your experiences, explore what person-centred care truly means, and take time to reflect on yourself and others.
Equality Diversity & Inclusion Lead
As well as sessions around One Team, Embracing Change and Digital, and Person-Centred Care, delegates will also hear from senior leaders, our guest speaker Professor Peter Kelly CBE, and other valued colleagues about how our values underpin everything we do, and how this affects the care we provide.
Roya Pourali
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This week teams across the Trust worked together to launch a major digital transformation with the implementation of TeleTracking - a state-ofthe-art healthcare operations platform.
Designed to revolutionise how we manage patient flow, bed capacity, and resource coordination across the Trust, the launch did not go without the odd hiccup, though these are being ironedout and the system is fully operational.
The project team have expressed their gratitude to the many colleagues who helped them overcome challenges through teamwork and their commitment to driving change to improve patient care.
This is a major step forward in how we share real-time information about patient flow in the hospital.
Well done to everyone involved.
More information and training links on the Hub
Hi,I’mSophie,andI’vebeenaPlayLeader atBarnsleyfornearly2years.
There’ssomethingtrulyspecialabouthelping toturnascaryhospitalexperienceintoa positiveonethroughsomethingeverychild loves…PLAY!
Playisn’tjustfun–ithelpschildrenfeel safe,relaxed,andbetterunderstandwhat’s happeningaroundthem.Ilovesupporting childrenandfamiliesbybringingabitof normalityduringwhatcanbeaworryingtime.
I’mproudtobepartofthePlayTeam supportingchildrenandfamiliesat BarnsleyHospital.
Play in Healthcare week is in October, so we’re showcasing our wonderful Play leaders between now and then.
With this year’s theme of “Safe care for every newborn and every child", the patient safety team supported our maternity, neonatal and paediatric colleagues with information and awareness stalls in their departments this week.
Thank you to everyone who contributed - whether creating materials for the stalls, or talking with colleagues, patients, and visitors about this important subject.
Read more on the Patient Safety team’s social media
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Barnsley Malyalee Cultural Association proudly celebrated Onam with an incredible show of community spirit and cultural pride.
It was a fantastic event that brought people from all walks of life together to celebrate Onam and to appreciate the rich traditions and values of this community which includes many of our internationally recruited nurses.
Special guests included the Deputy Mayor of Barnsley, and Barnsley Hospital Managing Director Michael Wright.
A special thank you to Michael for actively supporting our community and recognising the contributions of our valued colleagues.
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Barnsley Hospital Health and Wellbeing Coordinator Sue Copeland has been a carer for her mum for around 10 years. A few years ago Sue’s mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
We caught up with Sue to ask a few questions about her role as carer.
In what capacity and in what circumstances are you a carer? Caring for my elderly (97-yearold) Mum. At the time of her diagnosis she was living alone. She’s now in full time care and I organise medical appointments, Carers provision, shopping etc.
What challenges do you face as a carer who also works? It’s hard to find the time to organise things for Mum even though I work part time as she is unable to sort anything out herself. I have siblings but they either work full time or live some distance away so things tend to fall on me. Its always me that takes Mum to medical appointments.
TitleWhat support, in and outside of work, has helped you to face these challenges?
My manager has been very supportive, allowing me to work flexibly which helps a lot. Following Mums diagnosis, the Dementia/Memory Services have been excellent in keeping in touch and offering support and advice. Having a supportive network around me also helps and I ensure I practice lots of self-care! This is essential for my own health and wellbeing.
What one piece of advice would you give to other carers?
Want to know more?
To seek and utilise all the support you can find to help you navigate this journey. Make sure you keep the dialogue open with your manager too so that they are aware of your circumstances and can offer guidance. Read more about Alzheimer’s and support available for carers on the Hub Watch the WOW Session on Dementia from the Alzheimer's Society Find out more about our Carer’s Forum
Just as pilots run through safety checks before every flight to protect their passengers, healthcare staff should see flu vaccination as part of our pre-flight prep keeping patients and colleagues safe on every journey.”
Ahmed Adam Consultant UGI & General Surgeon
AnnualGeneral Meeting2025
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s AGM. The event was very well attended in the newly refurbished Education Centre.
When asked “What is the biggest challenge we face?”. Barnsley Hospital Chief Executive Dr Richard Jenkins said:
“I’m really focused on supporting our staff. There is a lot of negativity about the NHS in the media, while our colleagues continue to work hard for our patients. We need to keep a narrative that is positive, supportive and which recognises their efforts against this national backdrop of financial and operational pressures.”
Our LGBTQ+ Staff Network is hosting a hospital Pride event in Colliers restaurant on Wednesday 24 September from 11:30am to 1pm. It’s an opportunity for people to have a chat with current members, and to find out more about the network and the work they do. Help raise the voice of the LGBTQ+ Community in the hospital and be a driving force in guiding the Trust in its policies to promote inclusivity and equality for colleagues, visitors and patients alike.
LGBTQ+ Network Sponsor, Tim Spackman
For me, the Network offers a great opportunity to both celebrate our LGBTQ+ community and to provide a safe space for people within the community to find support should they need it. For me, being an ally to this great community is rewarding.
LGBTQ+ Network Chair,
Iain Woodrow
I’m proud to have been a part of the LGBTQ+ Staff Network from the very beginning. Together, we’ve actively brought LGBTQ+ voices and issues to the forefront of the Trust. We’ve built a space where our community can truly thrive and this is just the start. There’s so much more ahead, and your voice could be the one that makes the difference. When staff come together, we create real change join us and be part of that impact.
Read more about the LGBTQ+ Network on their new Hub page
BRILLIANT INDIVIDUAL
KayleighBradwell,VoluntaryServicesCoordinator
Kayleigh leads Barnsley Hospital’s volunteer service with exceptional dedication, transforming operations and boosting engagement. Supporting nearly 200 volunteers, she balances complex tasks with positivity and professionalism. Her inclusive leadership fosters respect, diversity, and teamwork.
Volunteers feel valued and recognised, contributing meaningfully to patient care.
Kayleigh’s impact reflects Trust values and strategic goals, making her a truly inspiring and deserving nominee.
Nominate a colleague for a Brilliant Award today
BRILLIANT INDIVIDUAL
JamesBottomley,FailsafeOfficer
Part of the Diabetic Eye Screening team, James has shown exceptional leadership by stepping into a management role during staff absences, ensuring service continuity and team support. His professionalism, compassion, and integrity have inspired confidence and upheld high standards.
Aligned with Barnsley Trust’s values, James’s dedication to outstanding care, staff development, and continuous improvement makes him a truly deserving Brilliant Award winner.
Well done James!
Nominate a colleague for a Brilliant Award today
A project by John Creed, Ms Jessica Phillips, and the Surgical SDEC team.
To address the issue of patients with suspected uncomplicated diverticulitis being prescribed antibiotics before confirmation of diagnosis, the team introduced a new approach. They identified that systemically well patients without comorbidities were sometimes unnecessarily admitted and treated.
To improve diagnostic accuracy, they promoted the use of CT scans prior to prescribing antibiotics.
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TAD (Trust Approved Document) flowchart was
developed to guide clinical decision-making, and educational materials including a poster and presentations were created to reassure staff and to reinforce best practice.
Initial data showed only modest improvement, and inconsistencies in data collection methods made it difficult to measure impact definitively.
Nonetheless, the initiative has enhanced staff awareness and aligned practice with evidence-based standards, supporting safer, more appropriate care.
Read more about this and other QI projects on the Hub
September 22-28 is Organ Donation Week – and the hospital will be holding its annual memorial service in the hospital chapel at 2pm on Thursday September 25.
We hope you can join us to commemorate those who died and to help us highlight that there are more than 8,000 people waiting for a life-changing transplant. There will also be a stall in the main hospital entrance on Tuesday 23 September.
Barnsley Hospital will ‘light up pink’ on Thursday from 7.30-8.30pm in memory of more than 400 people who died last year waiting for an organ transplant, and to encourage people to confirm their decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register.
Find out more about the work of our Organ and Tissue Donation team on their Hub page.
