The first NHSGGC AHP Staff Awards highlighted the extraordinary talent, dedication and passion that exists across our AHP workforce and volunteers. The calibre of nominations received was overwhelming and we are proud to celebrate the remarkable individuals and teams making a real difference to the lives of patients and communities.
The highly commended and winners were:
AHP Team of the Year 2026
Winner: Alcohol & Drug Recovery Service (ADRS) Dietetic Team
Highly Commended: Podiatry, Parachutes & Soft Landings; GGC Orthotics Team
AHP Volunteer of the Year 2026
Winners: Helen Kidd; Ian Laird; Cardiac Rehabilitation Volunteers
Highly Commended: Kerry Glancy, SLT Support Volunteer, Larkfield Unit
AHP Innovation of the Year 2026
Winner: PREPARE – Pre-Registration Podiatry: Accessible Recruitment & Employment
Highly Commended: Laura Barr, Advanced Practice Orthotist, Orthotics Research & CAD/CAM Innovation
AHP Employee of the Year 2026
Winner: Donna Hocknull, Occupational therapy HCSW, AHP Trauma and Orthopaedic Service, QUEH
Highly Commended: Emma Tocher, Highly Specialist Physiotherapist in Pain Management; Heather Rodger, AHP Associate Practice Educator (HCSW)
AHP Leader of the Year 2026
Winner: Samantha Flower, NHSGGC Occupational Therapy Professional Lead for Partnerships
Highly Commended: Nikki Munro, CSM Orthotics
Please visit our AHP Sharepoint to see colleagues recognised for their achievements and view the event photos and highlights. We hope to see even more nominations next year. GGC – AHP Staff Awards – Home
Congratulations to you all!
