Around 400 colleagues joined us on Friday for our Star Awards 2026, celebrating the individuals and teams who go above and beyond for our children, young people and families.
Hosted by Adam Weighell, the evening recognised colleagues across eight award categories. This year’s awards received over 700 nominations, highlighting the dedication, talent and hard work across Alder Hey.
The awards celebrated those who help our children and young people receive outstanding care and an experience that supports and empowers them, alongside colleagues driving change and making a difference to how we work.
Meet our winners
Living Our Values Award – Adam Ociepka, Administrator/Project Support (Specialist SLT Network for Deaf People)
Outstanding Patient Experience Award – Clinical Research Division
Atlas Diagnostics Clinical Team of the Year Award – Neurodevelopmental Service
Support Team of the Year – The Wellbeing Hub
Leader of the Year Award – Audrey Chindiya, Associate Finance Director – Operational Finance
Volunteer of the Year – Gabby Ellison, Arts Volunteer
Unsung Hero Award – Claire Hepworth, Clinical Specialist Respiratory Physiotherapist
Children, Young People and Families Award – ITB team
See the highlights
From the celebrations to the winning moments, take a look through our photo gallery from the evening.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Star Awards a night to remember.