Manpower Announces Winners of
UK’s Most Valued Employee Competition - Oxford pharmacy worker scoops
top award
Carolyn Woodward of L Rowland & Co Pharmacy in
Oxford has been named the UK’s Most Valued Employee, following a
nationwide search by employment specialists Manpower.
The Unsung Hero competition, open to all organisations, and for
all workers, was launched by Manpower to recognise those in the
workplace who always go above and beyond the call of duty.
Unsung Hero judge, Ruth Hounslow, of Manpower UK says: "We had some
exceptional entries for the competition – making the judges’ job
extremely tough. Carolyn displays all the characteristics of a truly
valuable employee: she is extremely proactive, very efficient and
always puts in 110%. In addition to all her regular duties, she
goes out of her way to help customers, including, in some instances,
hand delivering medication to patients out of hours."
Carolyn has worked as a dispenser and shop assistant at L Rowland
and Co (Retail) Ltd pharmacy on Oxford Road for 17 years. She knows
everything about running the shop, and is always contacted by other
branches in the chain for help and advice. As overall winner, Carolyn
wins a recognition award plus an all-inclusive seven-night holiday
for two to Mexico, including the once in a lifetime opportunity
to swim with dolphins.
Carolyn Woodward says: "I’m so amazed I’ve won this award – it’s
a complete shock. I really don’t know why I was even nominated as
I just do my job and looking out for customers is part of my job.
The Mexico trip sounds great, although I’m terrified of flying –
but I guess working in a pharmacy means I’m in the right place to
get something to ease the nerves!"
Pharmacist Jonathan Martin nominated Carolyn to show his appreciation
for all her hard work: "Carolyn is the glue that holds the whole
pharmacy together and I believe there is nobody who gives more of
themselves to their job. She knows every one of our regular customers
and is always ready to listen, chat and help. She thoroughly deserves
to win the top holiday - the only problem is, it’s hell on earth
for the rest of us trying to cope when she’s away!"
Employers or line managers entered their chosen employee into one
of six categories, providing examples of how each individual employee
has made a difference to the business. The category winners were
Alex Rosie (Technical), Anthony Robinson (Industrial), Richard Payne
(Driving), Alec Abbott (Public) and Adrian Hatcher (Office). All
receive a recognition award and £300 Virgin Experience vouchers.
The winners were selected by judges: Tony Howard, Chairman of Manpower
UK; Ruth Hounslow, Head of Marketing at Manpower UK; Keith Faulkner,
Chairman of Working Links; Alan Warner, President of SOCPO and Corporate
Director [People and Property] Hertfordshire County Council; and
Pavita Walker, Director of Talent Management, Barclays Bank
Manpower is the UK’s leading workforce management company, specialising
in temporary and permanent recruitment, HR services, managed services,
outsourcing and HR consultancy.
Manpower has been established in the UK since 1956 and today works
with organisations in both the public and private sector. Manpower’s
UK-wide network of 300 offices allows the company to meet the needs
of local and national customers. This includes numerous small and
medium sized enterprises, as well as larger organisations such as
BMW, BT, Heinz, Hertfordshire County Council, IBM, National Blood
Service, New Deal South Wales, Royal Mail and Xerox.
The focus of Manpower’s work is on raising productivity through
improved quality, efficiency and cost-reduction, enabling customers
to concentrate on their core business.
Manpower has a highly skilled workforce of 100,000 temporary employees
who stay loyal to the company (and its customers) thanks to best
in class employment benefits. These include a contract of employment
and free online training at all sites nationwide. Manpower also
works together with its staff to help bridge the gap to permanent
employment. Manpower’s e-learning tool offers staff over 1,000 courses
in a diverse range of subjects, keeping Manpower’s workforce up
to date with today’s ever-changing working environment.
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