Staff Awards for Excellence mark the start of an exciting new term

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Picture of all our award winners.

To mark the start of an exciting New Year and term, the College introduced its first Staff Awards for Excellence Ceremony, in conjunction with CPD Day, which recognised the exceptional contributions of colleagues across the College.

With over 140 nominations from staff, eight individuals were presented with certificates and prizes by the Director of People and Organisation Development, Janet Hulme and Principal, Simon Pierce.

Congratulations to the below category winners:

  • Innovator of the Year – Lynsey Alderson
  • Team Player – Samantha Ashton
  • Outstanding Newcomer – Katie Budd
  • Commitment to Excellence – Denise Graham
  • Unsung Hero Award – Pete Otten
  • Collaboration Excellence – Rachel Winstanley
  • Workplace Rockstar – Donna Moss
  • Last-Minute Hero – David Cunningham

The afternoon was filled with inspirational sessions centred on target setting, collaborative excellence, and excellence in teaching, learning and assessment, setting the stage for a successful year ahead.

Staff Awards for Excellence mark the start of an exciting new term

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