Chris Noble has become the second recipient of the Professional Recognition Award, awarded by Doncaster College to its staff.

Chris, 42, Programme Co-ordinator, responsible for Work-Based learning in the Engineering Department, has won the award for the spring term and was presented with his award by George Trow, Principal and Chief Executive of Doncaster College.

The Awards were launched in late 2011, to recognise the professional contribution that staff make towards the work of the College. The award is given 3 times a year so a member of staff will be honoured once a term. o:p will be displayed here.

Staff are nominated by at least 5 colleagues from different areas of the College. The College’s Executive team then views the nominations and decides on a winner.

Chris, from Epworth, near Doncaster, said, "I was surprised but very honoured to receive the Award especially as you are nominated by work colleagues. To be honest I turn up in the morning, I do my job, and go home at night, to me, it feels nothing out of the ordinary but it’s reassuring to know that people think I do it well."

Chris' nominees beg to differ that what he does is nothing out of the ordinary: "He is a well-respected member of staff and he is always willing to go the extra mile, which often involves him taking on responsibilities that are outside his job role. He has the ability to retain a sense of humour despite chaos around. Despite working to tight deadlines he always puts his learners first and his professionalism and helpfulness with employers is widely recognised. He always demonstrates teamwork and collaboration."

His prizes include the use of a Nuffield Health and Fitness pass for 2 weeks, a meal for two at the College's Waterfront Restaurant, a spa package, and a professional profiling session with Xenonex.

The Staff Development team is currently inviting nominations for the summer term Award. Nominations should be made internally to them by May 22nd.