Trust News

More Staff Than Ever Would Recommend Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust as a Place to Work

On 12 March 2026, the latest NHS Staff Survey results were released illustrating how staff would rate the NHS organisation they work for.

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust have achieved the top spot for each of the NHS People Promise themes, within the Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care System (ICS) region for NHS Trusts.

It has also shown that over 70% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work, a figure that has seen growth year on year.

Trust is Top Performer in National League Tables

The NHS has published its latest Oversight Framework results for Quarter 3 (October–December), which provide a national picture of how Trusts are performing across England.

We are pleased to share that our Trust has now moved into segment one, the highest of the four performance segments. This is an important milestone and reflects the dedication of our staff and the continued improvements across our services.

Learning Disabilities Inpatient Unit Achieves ‘Good’ CQC Report

Townend Court in Hull was assessed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in November 2025, and the results have been released to show they rated it as ‘Good’.

Townend Court is an inpatient service, run by Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, providing assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities from across Hull, East Riding, North Lincolnshire and North-East Lincolnshire. It was last assessed in 2019 and was also rated ‘Good’ then.

Updates on GP Practice Transitions in Cottingham, Bridlington and Market Weighton

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is transitioning GP services at Market Weighton Practice, King Street Medical Centre in Cottingham, and Humber Primary Care in Bridlington to new providers due to changes in the national primary care model. Patients do not need to take any action.

Health Stars’ Community Grant Scheme Hits Halfway Point with £100,000 Awarded to Local Causes

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust and its charity, Health Stars, have reached the important halfway milestone of their Community Grant Scheme.

So far, the scheme has supported over 20 charitable organisations across Hull and East Yorkshire, awarding more than £100,000 of the available £200,000 to groups working to improve adult mental health and wellbeing in local communities.

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust Hosts 6th Form Psychology Students for Interactive Event

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is committed to building an enduring future in mental health. Psychologists are a vital part of the system and this week the Trust welcomed 45 psychology students from Wyke 6th Form College for an inspiring and informative event with psychological staff in the Trust.

The format of the day was varied and diverse with students taking part in interactive workshops with a range of experienced psychological professionals, including Clinical and Trainee Psychologists, a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, a Cognitive Behaviour Therapist, Principal Psychotherapist and Clinical Lead.

Safer Sleep Week 2026: Supporting Families Across Hull and East Riding

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is committed to building an enduring future in mental health. Psychologists are a vital part of the system and this week the Trust welcomed 45 psychology students from Wyke 6th Form College for an inspiring and informative event with psychological staff in the Trust.

The format of the day was varied and diverse with students taking part in interactive workshops with a range of experienced psychological professionals, including Clinical and Trainee Psychologists, a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, a Cognitive Behaviour Therapist, Principal Psychotherapist and Clinical Lead.

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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 6: Specialist Perinatal Occupational Therapist - Beverley

Would you like to work in a friendly and supportive Perinatal Team based at The Maples and delivering a service across Hull, East Riding, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire to women experiencing perinatal difficulties? 

Do you like the idea of using your skills in a rewarding and fulfilling way to help women at a crucial point in their lives?

Apply now!

Band 2: Medical Records Administration Assistant - Willerby

A vacancy has arisen for a 37.5 hour full time Administration Assistant within the Health Records Department, based at Mary Seacole Building, Willerby Hill, Beverley Road, Willerby.

The post involves dealing with requests for medical records and use of computer systems for retrieval and recording of data. This entails the retrieval and dispatch of files to and from other units within the Trust.

Apply now!

Band 7: Clinical Team Lead - Hull

We have an exciting opportunity to join the ECT and Clozaril department at Humber as the Team Lead / Clinical Lead – which will cover clinical and operational duties.

We would welcome applications from Registered Mental Health Nurses, General Nurses and Learning disability Nurses. The need for experience within mental health is essential.

Apply now!

Council of Governors and Public Board Meetings

Public Trust Board meeting

Our next Public Trust Board meeting will be streamed live, Wednesday 27 May 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 13:50 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

Several of the upcoming engagement opportunities may include involvement from Humber Members and Governors, creating meaningful chances to work together in support of our Trust and service users. 

Please get involved!

Learn about our Research Team by watching the 'My Research Journey' video!

Read the Latest Humber Research Team Newsletter and Help Us With Our Survey!

We want to hear from people who have experienced severe symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in their lifetime, or symptoms or a diagnosis of PMDD.

This online survey takes approximately 20-25 minutes to complete.

Complete our survey at bit.ly/pmdd-humber and you can read the full newsletter at https://bit.ly/474dfbu.

Thank you for your time and support.

Do You Have Time to Make a Difference?

Our volunteers support our Trust in the services we offer, enriching the lives of our patients and service users.

Could you give some of your time to improve our services?

Read our poster for more information on how you can support our voluntary services!

Learn more - https://bit.ly/4slVsVK

‘Your Voice Matters: Patient and Carer Experience Forum Marketplace and Events’ in Hull and East Riding, and in Whitby

We had a great time welcoming patients, carers, community partners and our teams to our ‘Your Voice Matters: Patient and Carer Experience Forum Marketplace and Events’ in Hull and East Riding, and in Whitby. Some great conversations took place about the future of our Forums and we gathered some fantastic feedback which will help shape the future of patient and carer involvement at Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust.

For those unable to attend any of our events, we would still love to hear your feedback on our Forums and how they should look moving forwards. Please follow this link to complete a short survey: https://bit.ly/4bxVhzv. By completing the survey, you could also be in with a chance to win a £25 Love2Shop Voucher.

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

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.

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

We look forward to seeing you at one of the events!

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.

88.7%

of respondents (1,454 total) thought they were involved in their care and listened to within the Community and Primary Care Division in February.

"They explained in layman's terms what and why, he gave some great advice and was really knowledgeable and professional."

Upcoming Awareness Dates - April 2026

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

• Stress Awareness Month
• 5 - Easter Sunday
• 22 - Stephen Lawrence Day
• 22 - Administrative Professionals Day
• 24-30 World Immunisation Week
• 27 April-1 May - Experience of Care Week

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!