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OSCARS (Outstanding Service Contribution and Recognition Scheme)

The OSCARS, now in their 23rd year, celebrate the dedication, compassion, and innovation of volunteers and colleagues across the Trust. They shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond to deliver outstanding care and support. This year's nominations showcase the remarkable work happening every day-from life-changing patient care to the vital behind-the-scenes contributions that keep services running seamlessly.

We have now closed our nominations for OSCARS 2026. Nominations are now going through our  two-stage judging process, supported by representatives from our colleague networks - including LGBT+, BME, Disability and Armed Forces - alongside volunteers, previous winners, non-executive directors and senior leaders.

The awards ceremony is scheduled for Autumn in Nottingham, where shortlisted individuals and teams will be honoured, thanks to the generous support of our thanks to the support of our generous sponsors.

 

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Unsung Hero Award - Clinical

  • Image of a badge in gold and black - reads Oscars Unsung Hero Award ClinicalSimon Robinson
    CAMHS Social Work Practitioner, Hercules Ward, Hopewood

  • Karen Burgess
    Continence Advisor, Bassetlaw Community Continence

  • Linda Braithwaite
    Community Psychiatric Nurse, Broxtowe CMHT

  • Jasmine Shah
    Occupational Therapist, Stroke Project

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Unsung Hero Award - Non-Clinical

  • Badge in gold with stars - reads Oscars Unsung Hero Award Non ClinicalJoanne Battershall
    Secretary IDD Team

  • Ann Clayton
    Business Manager, Capital Services

  • Bridie Sunderland
    Mental Health Practice Learning Lead

  • Carl Ellis
    Head of Service, End of Life Together, John Eastwood Hospice

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Quality Improvement / Research Excellence Award

 
  • Dr Meghan Thurston
    Consultant Clinical Psychologist Lead, Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health

  • Hasan Al-Agele
    Senior Community Practitioner Physiotherapist, NNE Therapy 

  • Victoria Place
    Clinical Lead in Falls and Frailty, Adult Community Therapy Services 

  • Nottingham City Crisis Team
       

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Team of the Year Award - Clinical

 
  • 145 Thorneywood Mount Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit 

  • Nottinghamshire Falls Prevention in Care Homes Team

  • Perinatal Community Mental Health Team

  • Adult Community Speech and Language Therapy Service

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Team of the Year Award (Non-Clinical)

  • Image of a badge in gold and black - reads Oscars Team of the Year Award Non ClinicalBlossomwood Facilities Team

  • Health Promotions Team

  • Administration Team for Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health

  • PALS and Complaints Team

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Leadership Award

 
  • Kayleigh Evans
    Clinical Manager, Rampton Hospital

  • Adam Jackson
    Team Leader, The Live Team

  • Annabel Easters
    Lead Tissue Viability Nurse

  • Marie McGahey
    Primary Care Liaison Nurse

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Environmental Impact Award

  • Image of a badge in gold and black - reads Oscars Environmental Impact AwardLucy Kennedy
    Senior Nature Recovery Ranger, Healthy by Nature Project

  • Trustwide Facilities Teams
    North and South

  • The Live Team and Trust Green Space Volunteers

  • Resource Sharing Network
    Community Health and Specialist Services Care Group

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Volunteer of the Year Award

  • Image of a badge in gold and black - reads Oscars Volunteer of the Year AwardSue Milburn
    Volunteer, Therapeutic Intervention Service 

  • Helen and Rhiannon Miller with care dog Harper
    Volunteers, Rowan 2 Ward

  • Eileen Bloor
    Meet and Greet Volunteer, Stapleford Care Centre

  • Richard Bryt
    Volunteer, Arnold Lodge

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Educator of the Year Award

  • Image of a badge in gold and black - reads Oscars Educator of the Year AwardClaire Wylie
    Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist, Older Peoples Care Unit 

  • Julia Bailey
    Practice Development Nurse, Mansfield Nursing Integrated Team

  • Lucy Paine
    Community Support Worker, Mansfield LMHT

  • James Malone
    Senior Occupational Therapist, The Peaks, Rampton Hospital

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Outstanding Care and Compassion Award

 
  • Hercules Ward
    Hopewood 

  • Jaysie Gorewoda
    Activity Co-ordinator, Hercules Ward, Hopewood

  • Louise Wilkins
    Team Leader, The Health Shop

  • Gemma Masini  and Neil Keetch
    Switchboard Operator and Porter, Facilities

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award

 
  • Dr Hannah Carton
    Forensic Psychologist, The Wells Road Centre

  • Dr Rebecca Bennett
    Higher Training Specialist Registrar, Rampton Hospital

  • Darren Lount
    Ward Manager, Grampian Ward, Rampton Hospital

  • Dr Sarah Keenan and Manisha Sheth, 
    Consultant Perinatal Psychologist and Perinatal Interventions Facilitator for Muslim Women

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