Barford Court staff wins award for leading ‘outstanding training’

Above: Training Manager Nora Haines proudly holds up her crystal star award with Home Manager Gavin Kingham at Barford Court, in Hove.

Nora Haines, Training Manager at Barford Court, in Hove, has been recognised for her exceptional work in staff training and development. She was presented with an award for ‘Outstanding Performance in Training and Development’ by Managing Director Mark Lloyd on behalf of the charity.

The award acknowledges her hard work and commitment involved in delivering high-quality training to care staff. Nora Haines highlighted the importance of teamwork in achieving this success and thanked Home Manager Gavin Kingham and the entire team at Barford Court, symbolically sharing the award with them. She said:

This isn’t just a personal achievement as the whole team has contributed to winning this award,” she said. “We can proudly say that Barford Court achieved a 100% compliance with training twice in 2024.

A close-up of the crystal star award, which reads: “Outstanding performance in training and development.

Staff development has always been a key focus at Barford Court, with employees benefiting from comprehensive training and support. Staff member Omotayo, who recently completed her Care Certificate, spoke about the positive impact of the training:

The past few months have been a journey of learning and growth. The support from everyone at Barford Court, especially Nora, has made all the difference. Her encouragement and guidance have made all the difference, and I feel well prepared to move forward and make a positive impact in care!

Home Manager Gavin Kingham added:

Nora’s wonderful achievement highlights Barford Court’s working culture, where employees enjoy a supportive environment that allows them to thrive and make a meaningful impact on our residents’ lives.

[Summary: Nora Haines, Training Manager at Barford Court, in Hove, received an award for her outstanding contributions to staff training and development. She credited teamwork for the achievement, as Barford Court maintained 100% training compliance twice in 2024.]