The resourcing team at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) has been shortlisted in the People Team of the Year category at the Healthcare People Management Association (HPMA) Excellence in People Awards 2025.
The HPMA Awards recognise achievements in people management, organisational development, and workforce transformation across the UK healthcare sector.
Jamie Coates, head of people – resourcing and retention at PAHT, said: “Being shortlisted for this award is a huge honour and a testament to the dedication of our resourcing team.
“Over the past year, we’ve worked in collaboration with colleagues across the trust to reduce agency reliance, improve recruitment processes, and create inclusive pathways into NHS careers for our local community.
“This recognition reflects the positive impact we are making for our patients, our people, and our wider community.”
The team was recognised for lowering vacancy rates to under seven per cent, reducing agency staffing, and introducing community-focused programmes.
These include supported internships with Harlow College for young people with learning disabilities and helping to develop a new Health and Science Academy to support the future workforce.
Giovanna Leeks, chief people officer at PAHT, said: “I am incredibly proud of our resourcing team for achieving this national recognition.
“Their innovative, values-driven approach has transformed how we recruit and retain our amazing people while enhancing experiences and delivering financial savings.
“Their work is not only supporting safer staffing and better care at PAHT but also creating long-term benefits for the health and care system in west Essex.”
The winners will be announced at the HPMA Excellence in People Awards ceremony later this year.
