Lancashire team leader wins national leadership award
Our brilliant team leader at our supported living services in Cumbria and Lancashire has been recognised for her “contagious passion for caregiving” with a national award.
Joanne McMillan, who manages supported living services in Lancashire and Cumbria and, was named Team Leader of the Year at the national Housing With Care Awards. Judges praised Joanne for igniting enthusiasm and unity among her teams and her “visionary approach”.
Joanne received her award at a gala dinner held at London’s Hilton Bankside Hotel. The host of the awards, actor and comedian Steve Wells, described how Joanne “leads by both example and fervour, steers the ship, instigates change, and upholds the core values driving the purpose of care.”
The Team Leader award is given to a senior member of staff who has shown a clear commitment to improving the delivery of care and support within their organisation. Joanne was nominated by manager Jenny MacLeod who said: “Joanne embodies the Making Space values of inspiring and inclusive leadership.
“She shows unwavering dedication, kindness, gratitude and passionate advocacy for colleagues and people who use our services. Building confident, motivated, skilled and happy teams who consistently deliver positive outcomes is integral to the Making Space commitment to ensuring everyone has a voice and feels valued.
“With leaders like Joanne, we can attract, develop and retain motivated and passionate people who put wellbeing at the heart of health and social care. We’re delighted that her hard work and commitment have been recognised with this award. We also applaud all the other very worth finalists and nominees who inspire others through strong leadership and best practice.”
Shane Parnell, Associate Director of Operations, said: “Joanne is generous with her time, always putting others first to ensure their wellbeing and success. She has a profound understanding of the roles within her team and the intricacies of the care industry, which enable her to provide strong, consistent support. Whether it's through implementing innovative solutions, advocating for resources, or simply lending a supportive presence, she sets standards that motivate people to be their very best.
“Thanks to Joanne and her equally dedicated colleagues across Making Space, we can achieve our goals of building relationships, connecting communities and providing quality care as unique as the people we support.”
Well done Joanne!
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