Sutton ATTFE College leaders honoured at Academy Transformation Trust Staff Excellence awards

Members of the Academy Transformation Trust (ATT) gathered for the prestigious annual staff excellence awards to recognise the outstanding achievements and dedication of staff from across the trust.

The evening held in Corby in Northamptonshire, was expertly compered by ATTFE College senior executive leader, Simon Martin MBE, who guided guests through a memorable celebration of excellence, service and community impact.

ATTFE College was proud to have achieved an outstanding presence among this year’s finalists, securing five finalist places from a total of 75 finalists across the trust.

The achievement reflects the college’s continued commitment to the ATT’s shared purpose of creating an environment where colleagues and learners can thrive.

ATT chief executive officer Mark McCourt (centre) with ATTFE College senior executive leader, Simon Martin MBE (L) and Liz Barrett OBE DL, principal at ATTFE Collegeplaceholder image
ATT chief executive officer Mark McCourt (centre) with ATTFE College senior executive leader, Simon Martin MBE (L) and Liz Barrett OBE DL, principal at ATTFE College

The evening proved especially memorable for ATTFE College as two of its inspirational leaders received some of the trust’s highest honours.

Liz Barrett OBE DL, principal at ATTFE College was recognised with the Community Impact award, celebrating her unwavering commitment to supporting communities and transforming lives through education and partnership.

And Simon Martin received the prestigious Lifetime Contribution award, recognising his exceptional leadership, dedication and lasting impact on learners, colleagues and the wider education sector throughout his career.

The awards celebrate the values of ATT2030, bringing together belonging and becoming, by recognising achievement, contribution and service across the Academy Transformation Trust.

A night of celebration, recognition and inspiration took place last Thursday evening as colleagues from across the Academy Transformation Trust (ATT) gathered for the prestigious Annual Staff Excellence awards in Corby, Northamptonshireplaceholder image
A night of celebration, recognition and inspiration took place last Thursday evening as colleagues from across the Academy Transformation Trust (ATT) gathered for the prestigious Annual Staff Excellence awards in Corby, Northamptonshire

Speaking following the event, Simon, said: “It was a privilege to host such an inspiring evening celebrating the incredible talent, commitment and passion that exists across our trust.

"I am deeply honoured to receive the Lifetime Contribution award and would like to thank everyone who has been part of my journey.

"This recognition reflects the collective efforts of the remarkable colleagues I have had the pleasure of working alongside.”

Lizadded: “I am incredibly humbled to receive the Community Impact award.

Liz Barrett OBE DL, principal at ATTFE College with senior leaders and staff from Sutton and Dukeries, Ollerton Collegesplaceholder image
Liz Barrett OBE DL, principal at ATTFE College with senior leaders and staff from Sutton and Dukeries, Ollerton Colleges

"Making a positive difference in our communities has always been at the heart of everything we do at ATTFE College and this award belongs to everyone who works tirelessly to support our learners and communities every day.”

Congratulations are extended to every award winner and nominee whose achievements were recognised throughout the evening.

Their commitment, professionalism and dedication continue to make a lasting difference to the lives of learners, colleagues and communities across the whole trust.

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