PROUD NEWS
Congratulations Zoë and Brogan, winners in regional HCS Awards
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Congratulationstoallour shortlistednominees
We’ll take a more detailed look at each shortlisted nomination over the next few weeks.
BFS Award
Portering team
Linen Room
Lisa Corbridge
Individual Outstanding Achievement (Clinical)
Kerry Darnbrough
Lisa Mason
Lisa Wood
Volunteer of the Year
Janet Curry
Peter Whitaker
Tricia Cooper
Individual Outstanding Achievement (Non-Clinical)
Ahmed Adam*
Fliss Mason
Lorraine Bates
Innovation and Quality Improvement Award
Antony Byram
Emergency Department Nursing Team
Michelle Evans and the Patient Experience Team
* for non-clinical activity
Patient Care Award
Jane Parker and the Colorectal
Clinical Nurse Specialist team
Michelle Evans
Ward 35
Partnership Award
Lindsay Horobin
Safeguarding Team
Staff Networks
Team Outstanding Achievement (Clinical)
Acorn Unit
Endoscopy
Healthy Lives
Charity Award
Patient Choice Award
Angela Taylor
Craig Jones Stamatios Oikonomou
Team Outstanding Achievement (Non-Clinical)
Hospital Volunteers
Breast Care CNS*
Portering team
Barnsley Hospital Charity Volunteers
Luke Callaghan
Michelle Young and skydiving team
* for non-clinical activity
BarnsleyFacilitiesServicesAward
This award recognises stand-out individuals or teams working for Barnsley Facilities Services who have a proven record of going the extra mile, living the Trust values, and providing a first-class service to BFS customers.
Linen Room
The team in the linen room often go unrecognised. Throughout Covid, they worked tirelessly to create safe, homemade PPE for staff on the frontline. They make sure our patients have all they need to be kept clean and warm throughout cold winters. SHORTLISTED 2025
Lisa Corbridge
Lisa’s leadership, professionalism and unwavering commitment to excellence have significantly enhanced the safety, quality of care, and community engagement at Barnsley Hospital.
Portering Team
This team of 70 individuals, under the leadership of a Portering manager and Resource and Relationship manager, have consistently demonstrated outstanding dedication, collaboration, and innovation, setting an incredible standard for excellence in healthcare support services.
CharityAward
This award recognises staff members who have supported Barnsley Hospital Charity, its appeals or events either through fundraising, volunteering or other general support.
Barnsley Hospital Charity Volunteers
Barnsley Hospital Charity volunteers embody trust values through compassion, dedication, and professionalism. Their fundraising and support efforts positively impact patients, staff, and the community, raising over £18,000 in 2024 alone.
Luke Callaghan
Luke exemplifies trust values through his compassion, dedication, and tireless fundraising efforts. From skydives to media advocacy, he raises awareness and funds while supporting patients and staff, making a lasting impact on the charity.
Michelle Young and skydiving team
Lead Midwife for Bereavement services Michelle rallied a team of eight including herself to take on a daring skydive, and collectively they raised nearly £8,000! This included colleagues and family members who had lost a baby themselves. The funding will provide lasting comfort for grieving families.
HealthcareScientists WinRegionalAward
Barnsley Hospital is proud to celebrate the success of its healthcare scientists at the Regional Healthcare Science Awards, with two of our outstanding colleagues winning top honours.
EMERGING TALENT
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Brogan Barry, a Field Service Technician in Electronic Assistive Technology (EAT), helps individuals with disabilities gain independence through specialised equipment. His dedication has seen him achieve distinction-level success while also raising awareness of healthcare science within the Trust.
COMMUNITY AND OUTREACH
Zoë Clarke, Lead Healthcare Scientist, won the Community and Outreach award for her outstanding contributions to assistive technology. She has been a passionate advocate for individuals who benefit from Electronic Assistive Technology (EAT), working to improve access and services both regionally and nationally. Over the past year, Zoë has piloted a managed loan scheme in South Yorkshire, helping patients explore EAT for communication and environmental control.
Zoë’s dedication to raising awareness of healthcare science and its role in supporting assistive technology users has made a significant impact, ensuring more people receive the support they need to enhance their independence.
If you have nominated yourself or colleagues for an award, please let the Communications team know so we can share your news!
EidMubarak!
As Ramadan draws to an end, we’ve received really positive feedback regarding the support the Trust has provided to our Muslim colleagues throughout the month.
A brand new Guide was produced by the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) team for all staff to access.
The prayer room in block 13 is available any time of day for prayers.
Nutritious dates were supplied, free of charge, to support Muslim colleagues with the breaking of the fast (generously funded by the South Yorkshire ICB People Experience Team).
Head of Organisational Development, Tim Spackman reflects on his short experience of fasting which was a really meaningful way to show allyship, express gratitude, and deepen his connection with others. He said:
“I fasted for a day as a way of learning more about Ramadan. I was hoping to be able to empathise with the experience a little and also show support to my Reciprocal Mentoring partner who was fasting. I learned more about the reasons for fasting such as spiritual reflection and helping others through charity and support. With the help of a Ramadan App, I learned how...
“a typical day went, with prayers reading the Quran and Iftar - the meal after sunset. I fasted from 05.08 at sunrise to 18.00 at sunset on a pretty warm day. I found not eating ok but not drinking very challenging! I was tired at the end of the day. However, I know my experience was very short compared to the 30 days our Muslim colleagues fast for and I am full of admiration for their commitment and community-mindedness!”
Colleague Feedback:
“The dates were a fabulous idea. It’s good to see promotion of different cultures and beliefs.”
“Thank you so much for the support during this blessed month of Ramadan. We hope it will continue.”
“We feel valued with such acts of generosity and feel very much part of the Barnsley Hospital and Community.”
“Thank you inclusion team for developing Ramadan guide and supplying dates. Also, for making hospital more inclusive for all.”
Read our Ramadan Guide for information on how you can support colleagues
We are absolutely delighted to announce that Barnsley Facilities Services (BFS) has been shortlisted for three prestigious awards at the HEFMA 2025 Awards!
Mohammed (Mo) Sajard –Shortlisted for the HEFMA 2025 Sustainability Award!
Mohammed Sajard, BFS Energy and Sustainability Manager, has been the driving force behind our sustainability initiatives. His work in leading the Net Zero 2040 ambition, alongside securing funding for impactful energy-saving projects, is already having a significant and positive impact.
Mo’s efforts are not just transforming Barnsley Hospital but also creating a lasting change across the South Yorkshire region. His unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility is something we are incredibly proud of.
r Award owing Heart Award ortering Team of the Year award at the National MyPorter Awards 2025.
To add to these well-deserved accolades, this new shortlisting recognises the 70-strong team for their outstanding contributions in supporting patients, clinical staff, and the broader hospital community. Their innovative systems-based approach, along with their tireless commitment to excellence in patient care, has led to improved operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.
This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of every team member, ensuring that Barnsley Hospital runs smoothly and efficiently.
We are so proud of these achievements and the incredible individuals and teams who have made them possible. A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to these successes.
listed for the People een recognised for their exceptional commitment to fostering a people-focused culture.
With initiatives such as Coffee, Cake and Chat, HR Drop-in Sessions, and their Supervisor/Team Leader Development Programme, the team have worked tirelessly to create a workplace where communication, personal growth, and employee satisfaction thrive.
This nomination underscores the team's commitment to creating a culture at BFS where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel supported.
If you have nominated yourself or colleagues for an award, please let the Communications team know so we can share your news!
Welcometo FatherStephen
Barnsley Hospital has welcomed Father Stephen Ssekiwunga to the chaplaincy team.
Father Stephen, who lives in Cudworth and took up his new role in December, is now the Roman Catholic chaplain for the Trust. He was previously working at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital in Sheffield. He said: “I’m getting to know my way around the hospital and have been visiting the wards with our lead chaplain.”
The Chaplaincy team offers support to patients, relatives, and staff whatever their faith or belief, whether religious or non-religious. Chaplains provide a supportive, non-judgmental confidential listening ear to all and supporting any pastoral, spiritual or religious need including provision of particular religious ceremonies such as a blessing and baptism.
ImprovingParkinson’s MedicationAdministrationinED
Read more about this and other QI projects on the Hub QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
A recent quality improvement initiative has significantly reduced delayed or missed doses of Parkinson’s disease (PD) medication in the Emergency Department (ED) from 43% to 22%. Ensuring timely medication for PD patients is critical, as delays can lead to complications. The project highlighted the importance of involving key stakeholders, using a structured data-driven approach, and being flexible enough to abandon ineffective solutions. Rather than implementing impulsive fixes, the team focused on following a quality improvement (QI) framework to develop sustainable changes.
Key lessons learned included the need for an organised approach to data collection and continuous evaluation of processes. By refining medication administration workflows, the ED has improved both patient care and safety.
We’re proud to share that Barnsley’s Community Diagnostics Centre (CDC) featured recently in the BBC’s Panorama episode: Fixing the NHS: What Will It Take?
The program explores how CDCs are helping ease pressure on hospitals by offering quicker, more convenient access to diagnostic tests. Our CDC was showcased nationally, with service manager Liz Elfleet highlighting the centre’s advanced technology and reduced waiting times.
Local patient, Steve, shared his positive experience, and the the show looked into the ‘Heath on the High Street’ development with Barnsley Council Leader Sir Steve Houghton. A huge thank you to the CDC team for their brilliant support during filming.
The episode is available now on BBC iPlayer if you want to catch up.
BRILLIANT INDIVIDUAL
Hariharan HonoredwithBrilliantAward
Respected, dedicated, and an exceptional mentor Hariharan Muralidharan Pillai has been recognised with the Brilliant Award for his outstanding contributions as an ED nurse. Known for his unwavering support of patients and colleagues, he fosters a welcoming and educational environment for students, ensuring they feel valued and confident in their training.
His kindness, professionalism, and commitment to excellence make him a true asset to the department. Whether guiding future nurses or delivering exceptional patient care, Hariharan embodies trust, compassion, and leadership. A well-deserved recognition for an incredible nurse.
Nominate a colleague for a Brilliant Award today
