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Working Towards a Healthier Workforce - Our Latest Flu Vaccination Uptake and Staff Survey Results

Flu Vaccination Uptake

Looking after our staff is a priority all year round, and especially during the busy winter and festive period. Not only does it ensure a robust and happy workforce, but it forms part of the Trust’s Being Humber behavioural framework. This emphasises the importance of how we align with our organisational values and support each other in our everyday work.

This winter, the Trust is continuing to take positive steps to protect the health and wellbeing of our workforce, ensuring they can continue to provide safe, high-quality care to patients.

All NHS staff are eligible for a free flu vaccination, helping to protect both our workforce and the patients we care for daily. This year, the Trust has achieved its highest ever uptake, representing a key focus the Trust has on reducing the spread of flu across our services during the winter period.

The latest figures (as of January 22nd 2026) on Flu uptake at our Trust for frontline healthcare workers shows we have had a 66.5% uptake. This places us second currently for all Trusts in the North East and Yorkshire. You can view the specific excel spreadsheet with this information at the following link.

For all other Flu uptake information, please view the following webpage with information published by NHS England.

Staff vaccination clinics have been taking place across the vast geography of the Trust to make it as easy as possible for staff to get theirs. With particular focus on the areas where numbers have been lower in previous years, the clinics were made even more accessible.

Staff Survey Results

According to the latest NHS Staff Survey, 64% of our staff participated, showcasing our commitment to a positive work environment and an increase from 56% last year.

The full results will be published in due course, but we are thrilled to see such high levels of engagement and morale, thank you to all our staff for your hard work and support!

Please view our 2024 Staff Survey results at the following link where we were ranked as the top Trust to work for in the region!

Michele Moran, Chief Executive for Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust said, “The wellbeing and safety of our patients and staff is our top priority throughout the year, and this is particularly key during winter. The Trust’s proactive approach to year-round wellbeing is demonstrated by our staff benefits package, workforce wellbeing team and campaigns like 14 Days to a Humbelievable You. For us, Being Humber is about ensuring every member of staff feels valued and care for by the organisation, because we know a happy and healthy workforce delivers the best possible care for our patients.”

14 Days to a Humbelievable You – In Person Event

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust’s annual health and wellbeing programme – 14 Days to a Humbelievable You - launched on Monday 12 January 2026 with an in-person event at the Trust’s Lecture Theatre in Willerby.

Read the full story.

Rewired 2026 to host Shared Care Record Summit in March

Interweave and the Yorkshire & Humber Care Record (YHCR) team are bringing their Shared Care Record Summit to the Digital Health Rewired event on Wednesday 25 March 2026, on the Patient Engagement Stage at the Birmingham NEC. 

Following a successful 3^rd Shared Care Record Summit in October 2025, these collaborative events bring together professionals from around the UK, and further afield, to discuss the benefit and future of Shared Care Records. This unique, collaborative version of the annual event once more brings together NHS leaders, ICS representatives, suppliers and innovators, with a collective goal to shape the next phase of integrated care.  

Read the full story.

Craig Russo receives British Citizen Award (BCA) at the Palace of Westminster

Our Trust’s Operational Manager in Children’s Neurodevelopment Service, Craig Russo, is among only 26 exceptional individuals to be honoured with the highly esteemed British Citizen Award (BCA) this month at the Palace of Westminster. This recognition celebrates his unique and outstanding contribution to our society.

The Medal Presentation was held on Thursday 22nd January, where Craig received the prestigious BCA Medal of Honour for Services to Volunteering & Charitable Giving (BCAv).

Read the full story.

Congratulations as 29 Humber NHS Cadets Graduate from Our Third Humber NHS Cadet Programme

We’re delighted to share that 29 young people have successfully graduated from our third Humber NHS Cadet Programme.

Funded by NHS England and delivered in partnership with St John Ambulance, the Humber NHS Cadet Programme offers young people aged 15–18 a fantastic opportunity to explore careers within the NHS. Through a mix of hands-on experiences, employability skills development and vital life-saving first aid training, the programme helps inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Read the full story.

Interested in staying up-to-date with the latest news from the Trust? 

We regularly upload news stories to our Trust's website, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust and quarterly on our dedicated 'Good News' publication.

Employment Opportunities

We're Humbelievable!

At our Trust you’ll find a role that offers you the flexibility and opportunities you need to succeed.

We will support you as a person and a professional, to build a career that works for you. In fact, four fifths of people at our Trust are confident in discussing flexible working with their manager.

We believe in the power of community and togetherness. Join a team that works together to deliver outstanding patient care.

Listed below are a couple of job opportunities that might interest you, find out more by clicking the relevant links and all our job opportunities can be found at join.humber.nhs.uk

Band 3 - Healthcare Assistants

Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HTFT would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

We are looking for Healthcare Assistants to work within secure services. 

The post offers the successful candidates a unique opportunity to develop their knowledge and experience of specialist forensic pathways all under one roof. The team is fast paced, forward thinking and promotes a psychological and trauma informed approach with a focus upon a relational model. 

You will be passionate about delivering a high standard of care, working with Men; their families and the professionals who support them to ensure that the care offered is needs based keeping the service user at the heart of all decisions about them.

Apply now!

Band 7 - Clinical/Professional Team Lead

Are you passionate about children and young people? Would you love the opportunity to support the development and implementation of services that will truly make a difference to education, social, emotional and the mental health of CYP’s and families?

The Hull Mental Health Support Team have been operating since September 2022 as part of a national roll out. 

We are looking for the right individual to join this dedicated team to drive the vision forward and work as a collaborative part of early intervention as a team leader. 

The MHST is built on coproduction, innovation and listening and learning to create a service that can meet the local population’s needs. The teams works directly into schools and colleges with children and young people between the ages of 5 to 18. 

Apply now!

Band 8c - Divisional Clinical Lead - Mental Health Division Unplanned Care

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right person to clinically lead unplanned mental health services across Hull and East Riding with the divisional clinical lead for planned care. Delivering good governance and safe and effective care across the division.

As divisional clinical lead for mental health (unplanned care) you will work closely with the divisional clinical lead for planned care and the general managers to ensure that services are clinically lead with strong governance and patient safety at the centre of service delivery. The mental health division covers adult and older people’s mental health services including community, inpatient and specialist community mental health provision across Hull and East Riding.

As unplanned clinical lead your responsibilities will mainly be for all inpatient, crisis and liaison mental health services, with joint responsibility for the overall governance and patient safety for the division. 

Apply now!

Council of Governors and Public Board Meetings

Public Trust Board meeting

Our next Public Trust Board meeting will be streamed live, Wednesday 25 March 2026 on the Trust YouTube Channel between 09.30 - 12.00.

Join the meeting.

Watch our latest Trust Board meetings.

Council of Governors meeting

Join us in-person for our next Council of Governors meeting at 13:15 on Thursday 16 April 2026 in the Lecture Theatre, Willerby Hill, Willerby, HU10 6ED.

For more information and to register your attendance, please contact the Membership Office:

Telephone: 01482 389132

Email: katie.colrein@nhs.net

Engagement Opportunities

We’re delighted to share an exciting opportunity for young people across Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire to help shape the future of local NHS services for children and young people.

The Humber Youth Action Group (HYAG) is a youth-led initiative run by Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust. Open to anyone aged 15–22, HYAG provides a platform for young people to share their experiences, ideas, and feedback to improve the care and support offered by our Trust.

What’s Involved

• Virtual sessions every three weeks via Microsoft Teams (6:00–8:00pm)
• Connect with like-minded peers and influence real change

Opportunities to:

• Co-design websites and digital content
• Join interview panels for NHS staff recruitment
• Create youth-led social media and marketing materials
• Help shape new services and campaigns

Support & Inclusion

HYAG is supported by our Children’s Services Engagement Team:

• Bethia Dennis – Engagement Manager
• Felicity Kettley – Engagement Coordinator

We are committed to inclusion and take individual needs into account, ensuring every young person feels confident and supported in participating.

How to Get Involved

We welcome all young people who are interested to join the group.

• Email us at hnf-tr.hyag@nhs.net to express interest
• Visit our HYAG webpage to watch a short animation explaining the group and what to expect

Health Stars have loads of exciting events coming up in 2026!

Abseil – Thursday 19^th March

Are you ready to face your fears and make a real difference? Join our Charity Abseil Challenge on 19 March 2026 and help raise vital funds for Health Stars.

Feel the adrenaline rush as you descend from Hull College safely harnessed, knowing every step brings will help enhance patient care across Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust. Whether you’re an experienced thrill-seeker or trying something daring for the first time, this is your chance to make an impact.

Get Caked – Sunday 19^th April

Run, trample and Get Caked in mud as you take part in this charity obstacle challenge! Tackle 5 miles of muddy and wet fun as you climb over, jump through, crawl under and run across natural and man-made obstacles in the stunning grounds of Sledmere House. 

Golf Day – Thursday 7^th May

Join us on Thursday, 7 May 2026, for the Health Stars Golf Day, raising vital funds for the Better Days Appeal.

The events takes place at the Malton and Norton Golf Club with a shotgun start. Teams of four will compete in a fantastic day of golf, complete with exciting competitions and prizes to be won!

Hull 10k – Sunday 31^st May

We are very excited to be offering FREE PLACES in the 2026 Hull 10K. Just pledge to raise £100 for Health Stars and enjoy the run!

Starting at Sewell Group Craven Park, home of the city's beloved Hull KR, participants will embark on a flat and fast course through East Park before returning to the stadium grounds.

Yorkshire Three Peaks – Sunday 19^th July

Join teams from NHS Charities from across Yorkshire for a test of endurance and spirit: the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge. Conquer Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough - all within 12 hours.

This 24-mile trek through the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park promises breathtaking views, personal triumphs, and the camaraderie of fellow adventurers.

Skydive – Saturday 5^th September

Our tandem skydiving fundraiser is back for a second year!

Tandem skydiving is where you’re secured to a highly experienced instructor, so it’s the best and easiest way to experience the thrill of skydiving. After a short training session, all you need to do is enjoy the jump and let your instructor do all the hard work!

If you think it’s just for the adrenaline junkies, then think again! Ask any skydiver, there’s a real sense of freedom as you fall through the air from 10,000 feet. When the parachute opens, the tranquillity kicks in and you’ll see what it’s like to fly like a bird.

When tandem skydiving in Yorkshire you’ll see the Yorkshire Coast like never before. The white cliffs of Flamborough Head, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is only a short distance away. If the visibility is good you can follow the coastline from Whitby, right down to the Humber Bridge and beyond.

There’s even more opportunity to support Health Stars – check out our events diary!

Hull and East Riding – Your Voice Matters!

We’re excited to announce that the first Hull and East Riding Patient and Carer Experience Forum meeting of 2026 will take a new format! Instead of a traditional meeting, we’ll be hosting a special drop in event and marketplace.

Your Voice Matters – Hull and East Riding Patient and Carer Experience Event and Marketplace

This event is designed to bring together members of the public, partner organisations, and staff. It’s a fantastic opportunity to:

• Share your views and ideas to help shape the future of our Patient and Carer Experience Forums
• Meet teams from our organisation who deliver services in your local area
• Find out about the different ways to get involved with the Trust.

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026
Time: 14:00 – 16:00
Venue: Lecture Theatre, Trust HQ, Willerby Hill, Willerby, HU10 6ED

Visit https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FSYK or scan the QR code to book your ticket to attend.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Scarborough & Ryedale Patient and Carer Experience Forum – Re-launch Workshop - Virtual

We’re excited to announce the re-launch of our Joint Patient and Carer Experience Forum, and we want your voice to help shape its future.

This virtual workshop is your chance to tell us what matters to you. These forums are all about patients, service users and carers, so we want to hear your ideas on how they should look and feel. Your input will help us create a space where people feel welcome, involved, and heard.

The Forum first launched in March 2023 as a place for:

• Sharing real experiences to help improve services.
• Celebrating great care and learning from what works.
• Open and honest conversations between patients, carers, staff, and local organisations.
• Promoting co-production and involvement in Trust activities.

Now, we’re refreshing things to make the Forum more engaging and useful. Your participation will help us create the best possible opportunities for patients and carers to discuss priorities in health services and stay informed.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday 17 March 2026
Time: 18:30 – 19:30

Venue: Virtual via MS Teams (joining link provided following booking)

Visit https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FWFC or scan the QR code to book your ticket to attend.

Join us and help make sure these forums truly reflect what matters to you and your community.

Scarborough & Ryedale Patient and Carer Experience Forum – Re-launch Workshop

We’re excited to announce the re-launch of our Joint Patient and Carer Experience Forum, and we want your voice to help shape its future.

This workshop is your chance to tell us what matters to you. These forums are all about patients, service users and carers, so we want to hear your ideas on how they should look and feel. Your input will help us create a space where people feel welcome, involved, and heard.

The Forum first launched in March 2023 as a place for:

• Sharing real experiences to help improve services.
• Celebrating great care and learning from what works.
• Open and honest conversations between patients, carers, staff, and local organisations.
• Promoting co-production and involvement in Trust activities.

Now, we’re refreshing things to make the Forum more engaging and useful. Your participation will help us create the best possible opportunities for patients and carers to discuss priorities in health services and stay informed.

Event Details:
Date: Monday 23 March 2026
Time: 13:00 – 14:30
Venue: The Falsgrave Community Resource Centre, Seamer Road, Scarborough, YO12 4DL

Visit https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FWET or scan the QR code to book your ticket to attend.

Join us and help make sure these forums truly reflect what matters to you and your community.

Let’s Get Social! Follow Health Stars for Updates on Events, News & More

Their mission is to enhance patient care and experiences for patients and their loved one using our services, whilst also funding staff health and wellbeing initiatives.

Give them a follow to discover the inspiring work they are doing across our Trust, how you can involved in fundraising event, and their latest news updates.

Did you know that the Trust’s Charity Health Stars are also on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram? Follow us to discover our latest stories, event news, and fundraising opportunities.

Find us on Facebook at /healthstars, LinkedIn at Health Stars and on Instagram at /Health_Stars

Become a member of our Trust. Sign up today!

Being a member of our Trust provides the opportunity to become involved and have a say in how our services are developed. Membership is free and you can be involved as much or as little as you would like. Find out how to get involved.

Friends and Family Test

The Friends and Family Test (FFT) is an important feedback tool that supports the fundamental principle that people who use NHS services should have the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience. It provides a mechanism to highlight patient experience and is vital in transforming NHS services, supporting patient choice and implementing changes based on your feedback.

Each month we will be sharing patient experiences from our different services, alongside a patient comment.

100%

of respondents (9 total) thought they were involved in their care and listened to within the Humber Recovery College in December.

"My worker was very patient with me and made me calm and relaxed and was very knowledgeable of my needs"

Upcoming Awareness Dates - February 2026

LGBT History Month

5 Time to Talk Day

9-13 Health Stars Week

9-15 Children's Mental Health Week

9-15 Apprenticeship Week

17 Lunar New Year

17 (- 19 March) Ramadan

21 Mental Health Nurses Day

23 (- 1 March) National Eating Disorders Week

Interested in getting more involved in these awareness dates, please contact the communications team at hnf-tr.communications@nhs.net

Feedback and Suggestions

Your feedback is invaluable to us! Whether you have comments, insightful ideas for potential articles, or a desire to contribute to upcoming editions, we welcome your input.

Feel free to reach out to us via email at hnf-tr.communications@nhs.net. We look forward to hearing from you!