14 Back St Leonard’s Church A few miles south of Rochdale proper, but still in the borough, Middleton’s parish church is also a Grade I monument and merits a closer look. Most of St Leonard’s is from the 1520s, with a few earlier remnants like the south arcade, south porch and tower from the 1410s, and the priest’s door dating back a century before that. The church was completed in a Perpendicular Gothic style by Sir Richard Assheton as thanks for the knighthood he received for his role in the Battle of Flodden in 1513. Make sure to see the Flodden Window in the sanctuary, thought to be the UK’s oldest war memorial. St Leonard’s also has a tremendous array of monumental brasses from the 1500s and 1600s, among which is the only brass depicting a Civil War officer in full armour. Previous Next

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Rochdale Health Alliance Senior Management Team < Back Mary Chadwick Rochdale Health Alliance Senior Management Team Management Consultant As a nurse with decades of clinical experience, the latter in Senior Management, I joined RHA in 2017 following retirement. I’m still here working 2 days per week supporting the initiatives to benefit Primary Care in Heywood, Middleton & Rochdale. Having an MSc in Management underpinned by my significant clinical and managerial experience at a very senior level hopefully has assisted in evolving the organisation to its current status.

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Runner Up < Back RHA Access Team League of Superheroes Award Runner Up I would like to nominate Sue and her team who support delivery of the Access Service. No matter what trials and tribulations the team face (and there have been many) they step up to deliver enhanced access across 5 PCNs in the borough - 6 days a week / In Hours service 5 days a week and also the winter pressure hubs that ran November to March 2024. All this requires staffing / stock management / appointment book management / IT / communications / dealing with issues and much much more. On many occasions if admin staff have cancelled at such short notice and they are unable to find a replacement for the shift then they cancel their own plans (evenings and weekends) to ensure the service can still be delivered for the booked patients which means that staff members can be working a 12 hour day or 6 days a week. The team are diligent in dealing with referrals and manage significant numbers of referrals on behalf of the service, that would otherwise go back to the patients registered practice and they don't complain when having deal with more when the winter hubs are stood up to support winter pressures,. Over the past 12 months the team have dealt with circa 3949 referrals. The team has coped well when they have been down on staffing and they amazingly maintain a really positive 'can do' attitude in difficult times. Take a bow and well done. Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link

Runner Up < Back Melanie Stansfield Loyalty Award Runner Up Mel has been at the practice for many years 25+. She is an asset to the team and will be missed when that (retirement) time comes Mel has been medical secretary at MVP since 1995. She is an absolute trouper and is very very rarely off ill. She organises our Xmas doo every year and it runs like clockwork. She is fantastic at what she does and has successfully passed her knowledge and skills onto a colleague so she is able to cover when she is on holiday. She is 60 in June and I would love for her to gain some recognition of her loyalty and hard work over the years. She does a fab job and it would be great for her to be recognised. Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link

11e532fc-1f36-44ca-850c-2a4b5d611683 < Back The Strand Medical The Strand, Rochdale OL11 2JG, UK 01706 861616 Visit website Primary Care Network: The Bridge

Runner Up < Back Alexandra Penlington Makes My Day Award Runner Up "I am thrilled to nominate Alexandra Penlington for the prestigious ""Who Makes My Day"" Award. Alexandra's unwavering positivity and contagious smile have consistently been the highlight of my mornings as I walk into work. From the moment I step through the office doors, Alexandra's warm greeting and genuine smile never fail to uplift my spirits. Her cheerful demeanor creates a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere that sets the tone for the entire day. What sets Alexandra apart is not just her cheerful disposition, but her genuine care and compassion for her colleagues. She goes above and beyond to make everyone feel valued and appreciated, whether through a kind word of encouragement or a thoughtful gesture of support. Her ability to brighten someone's day with a simple act of kindness is truly remarkable. Beyond her infectious positivity, Alexandra's professionalism and dedication to her work are exemplary. Despite any challenges or setbacks, she approaches each task with enthusiasm and a can-do attitude, inspiring those around her to do the same. Alexandra's impact extends far beyond her immediate team. She fosters a sense of unity and camaraderie across departments, bringing people together through her positivity and inclusive nature. In recognition of her outstanding contributions to my daily happiness and her ability to spread joy throughout the workplace, I wholeheartedly nominate Alexandra Penlington for the ""Who Makes My Day"" Award. She is a true gem in our workplace, and I am grateful to have her as a colleague." Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link

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1686f482-d50a-4746-b10e-00923465903b < Back The Junction Surgery Grimshaw Lane, Middleton, Manchester M24 2AU, UK 0161 271 3030 Visit website Primary Care Network: Middleton