19/08/2026
We’re reflecting on some of our brilliant All Star Awards winners and the people who make a difference behind the scenes.
Melanie was the winner of the Non-Clinical Colleague Award, recognising the impact she has through improving governance, supporting colleagues and helping services provide safe, high-quality care.
We asked Melanie what it meant to be nominated and what it felt like to hear her name called as the winner.
💬 “It means a great deal. I know how busy everyone is, so for someone to pause and recognise the work I do feels incredibly thoughtful and meaningful. It is a real reminder that the work behind the scenes matters and that the effort put into improving governance, supporting colleagues, and helping services provide safe, high-quality care is valued. I feel genuinely grateful and humbled and quite emotional by the nomination.”
And when Julian announced her as the winner?
💬 “I heard Julian say my name, but it did not immediately register that he meant me! I turned to my colleague and asked, “Did Julian just say my name?” and they replied, “Yes, get yourself up there!”. I was genuinely shocked, but also incredibly touched. It took a few seconds for it to sink in that I had actually won, and then I just felt a mixture of surprise, gratitude and emotion. It was a very special moment and one I will not forget.”
Congratulations again, Melanie, and thank you for everything you do. 💙👏
