NHS England judges decide shortlists for National Healthcare Portering & Cleaning Awards

Published: 24-Jan-2025

Two of the most anticipated awards shortlists in the healthcare calendar have been revealed

The National MyPorter Awards and MyCleaning Awards, both held proudly in association with NHS England and supported by Gold sponsors, ISS and Medirest respectively, are ready to once again celebrate the unsung heroes of healthcare: porters and domestic service professionals.

This year saw an impressive total of nearly 500 entries, marking the biggest and most competitive year yet. Returning judges Phil Shelley and Emma Brookes joined forces with NHS England colleagues Fay Lane and Sheila Connolly, and representatives from GV Healthcare, comprising the six-strong judging panel. Convening at this year’s Awards venue, Neon 194 in Picadilly, London, the judges carefully reviewed the entries and crowned the very best in the field.

Phil Shelley, NHS England, said: “The sheer number of entries that we have read, shows how many people within healthcare, want to give that higher praise and recognition to their fellow colleagues, who are deserving of seeing their efforts congratulated. So many incredible award applications, that help us understand the professionalism within our teams, balanced with a personal approach, emphasising the importance of our services. It makes me proud to be a part of these awards”.

Scheduled for February, the awards ceremonies will span two consecutive days, celebrating the healthcare professionals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and commitment. Day One, the National MyCleaning Awards, will be dedicated to Healthcare Cleaners, Domestic teams, and Auditors for their crucial role in maintaining a clean and safe hospital environment. Day Two, the National MyPorter Awards will recognise the exemplary work of the portering services within healthcare.

Adding to the excitement, each day will start with a conference featuring insightful talks on the latest innovations and challenges within healthcare cleaning and portering. Presented by a mix of NHS England and NHS Trust representatives, alongside industry experts, the conferences will also include interactive workshops and a live panel, giving guests the opportunity to ask questions from the floor.

Highlights include:

  • Phil Shelley revealing latest on the Portering Standards
  • NHS England offering an exclusive first look at the new Soft FM uniform
  • Delia Cannings delivering her impactful talk: “The Power of Effective Auditing”.

Kay Mulcahy, Associate Director of National Estates Operations (Hard and Soft FM) at NHS England, added: “At NHS England, we’re proud of our involvement in these prestigious awards. It’s great to be able to have ceremonies like this that recognise the true strength and greatness that come from within our hospital environments. I look forward to meeting the winners and hearing their great stories of achievement at the live events, where together we can celebrate the successes of those deserving of such recognition”.

The winners will be announced at the live MyCleaning Awards on 25th February, and the MyPorter Awards on 26th February.

Congratulations to all the remarkable individuals and teams who have been shortlisted.

For any questions or queries relating to The National MyPorter Awards or The National MyCleaning Awards, please contact: gvhealthcare@globalviewsystems.co.uk - or visit: MyPorter Awards & MyCleaning Awards.

The shortlist for the seven National MyPorter Awards categories are as follows – in no particular order:

MyPorter Awards Shortlist:

Newcomer of The Year Award:

  • Aiden Fisher - Princess Royal University Hospital, Kings College NHS Foundation Trust
  • Stephen Armatage - Bradford Teaching Hospital Foundation Trust
  • Mr. Cormack Mylchreest - Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Trust
  • Sid Porte - Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Leadership of The Year Award:

  • Jamie Whittaker - Great Western Hospital, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Karen Horan – Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  • Brian Kennedy - Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Lee Carter - Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Outstanding Contribution to Patient Experience Award, sponsored by GV Healthcare:

  • Paul Jackson - James Cook University Hospital, South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Laura Ward - Bradford Teaching Hospital Foundation Trust
  • Andrea Curtis - Great Western Hospital, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • James Logan - University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Portering Team of The Year Award, sponsored by Wheelshare:

  • John Race and Neil Baggley, Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Barnsley Hospital Portering Team, Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Portering Team Great Western Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • North View Hospital Porter Team, Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Dennis Southern Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by (Event Gold Sponsor) ISS:

  • Fred Rilat - Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Andy Hodder - Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Amanda Tennyson - University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
  • Alan Sutton - Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

MyPorter Porter of The Year Award:

  • Eddie Thawe - Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
  • Idris Mohammed - London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
  • Merv Denton - United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Karen Phipps - Hull University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

MyPorter International Porter of The Year Award, sponsored by Serco:

  • Maggie Hennessy - Jersey General Hospital (Health & Community Services) HCS
  • Gary Clarke – Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
  • Robin Boleat – Jersey General Hospital (Health & Community Services) HCS
  • Aine Keogh - Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, Ireland

The shortlist for the six National MyCleaning Awards categories are as follows – in no particular order:

MyCleaning Awards Shortlist:

The shortlist for the six National MyCleaning Awards categories is as follows – in no particular order:

Newcomer of The Year Award, sponsored by Serco:

  • Natalie Walker – South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Milan Tama - Norfolk & Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Charles Owusu Ansah - The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
  • Daniel Donkin – South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Leadership of The Year Award, sponsored by Numatic:

  • Mercy Barnor Ekpeh - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Liliana Lopes - Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Dean Legg - Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Nicola Scott - South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

MyAudit Auditor of The Year Award, sponsored by GV Healthcare:

  • Ewelina Marzec - Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Elaine Farmer - Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Matthew Graham - South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust
  • Ian Stewart - Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Healthcare Cleaning Team of The Year Award, sponsored by Tork:

  • Northumbria Rapid Response Team - Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  • Healthcare Cleaning Team – South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Healthcare Cleaning Team - Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  • Domestic and Porter Services - Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by (Event Gold Sponsor) Medirest:

  • Steven Turner - Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Kim Davis - Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
  • Roshane Coates - Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Paula Youngs - Norfolk & Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

MyCleaning Domestic of The Year Award, sponsored by TTS Cleaning:

  • Consisa Maconka - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Annie Corser - Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Linda Rigley - Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  • Elzbieta Biel - University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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