UHA Blog
Becoming a Mental Wellness Champion
13th May 2021In current society, we’re tackling stigmas and breaking down barriers more than ever before. Equality and diversity needs to be at the very forefront of all organisations, ensuring that people with mental and physical disabilities are included and supported. That they not only ‘survive’, but thrive also! This is an initiative that is put into…

Apprenticeships and The NHS
13th April 2021The NHS experienced something of a hiring surge in recent times, as many individuals are becoming more interested in a career in Healthcare since the beginning of the pandemic; which has shone a light on just how essential NHS staff and volunteers are to keeping us safe and well. One route to building a career…

Corporate Services and the NHS
17th March 2021For the NHS to run successfully, Corporate Services need to operate as effectively as possible. All corporate services staff are trained specialists, using their professional skills to provide a range of services across the National Health Service. Corporate Services essentially take care of the day-to-day functions of the NHS, providing support to multiple areas of…

Going Digital: Transforming the NHS
26th February 2021In an increasingly digital world, the NHS has clearly recognised the advantages of implementing technology inside it’s Hospitals. From apps that make care easy to access, to connected computer programs that give staff test results, there’s a huge array of dedicated teams that deliver high-quality technological support for our health and care system. In essence,…

Saying “Thank You” to Our Skilled NHS Communications Teams
23rd February 2021Communications teams and those who work in them are not the first people who come to mind when you think of the NHS. However, they are arguably ‘the voice’ of the entire National Health Service. They play a hugely pivotal role in connecting the inner workings of the NHS with the public and stakeholders. They…

Our Admin and Clerical Heroes
11th February 2021NHS Admin and Clerical staff can often be overlooked, but they not only play a critical role in the day-to-day running of our National Health Service, they also lend a friendly ear to patients needing care. Individuals and teams who work in this field must be proficient and well organised, working with detailed records of…

Estates and Ancillary: The People Maintaining the NHS
4th February 2021When we think of the NHS, we often think of those who provide medical care. But for the health service to work effectively, there needs to be a huge array of staff members that work behind the scenes to make that happen. Estates and Ancillary is such an area specialised by staff who provide a…

Recognising our Mental Health Services
28th January 2021The efforts of the NHS to physically combat the spread of coronavirus have been nothing short of outstanding. However, there are aspects of the NHS that have been dealing with the impact of the pandemic in other ways, namely those that go the extra mile to support our mental health services. NHS mental health services…

How Businesses Are Adapting in Challenging Times
21st January 2021Many of us have faced challenges over the past few months, both personally and professionally. Many organisations have had to navigate unchartered waters, adapting everything from business models to strategies, processes, and staffing levels. But, despite these more stressful times, there is plenty of opportunity for businesses to renew and move forwards. So how can…

Interview with Amanda Piper, Estates & Ancillary Winner 2019
7th January 2021As we continue to catch up with some of our past UHA winners, we really are reminded of the amazing hard work and commitment of those who work for our National Health Service. Amanda Piper demonstrates the qualities that really do make the NHS what it is today; her outstanding kindness and dedication to patients…

Interview with Sean Daisy, Business Support Manager, South East Coast Ambulance Service
17th December 2020It’s been a difficult year for all of us, but those on the front line have faced their own unique set of challenges as they provide care and support in the wake of COVID-19. Sean Daisy, a Business Support Manager for South East Coast Ambulance Service, has continued to assist 111 and 999 services…

Interview with Carl Ramsdale, UHA Leader of the Year 2019
10th December 2020It’s always a pleasure to check in with our past winners, and our chat with Carl Ramsdale was no exception. Carl won the Leader of the Year Award back in 2019, demonstrating his patience and dedication to those who took part in an internship at Derbyshire Community Health Service. Since then, Carl has gone on…
