The Guardian Series is working with Whipps Cross Hospital to celebrate the heroic staff who go above and beyond to care for us.

From nurses and doctors to porters and cleaners, we'll reveal hidden heroes in the local hospital.

And in your words, we'll be revealing the numerous people who every day go that extra mile to make the experience of being in hospital that much better.

Last year the organisation that runs Whipps Cross, Barts Health NHS Trust, received 320 nominations for its annual staff 'heroes' awards scheme.

We want your help in celebrating more staff than ever before.

All it takes is five minutes to complete a short nomination form on the Barts Health website about why a team or staff member is your hero.

Simply go to bartshealth.nhs.uk/heroes All those nominated are treated to a lunchtime celebration and presented with a certificate of appreciation.

A select panel of patients, colleagues and partners also shortlist staff to attend a glitzy annual celebration where the winning teams and individuals are announced and awarded prizes in recognition of their achievements courtesy of Barts Charity.

A spokesperson from Whipps Cross Hospital said: "The heroes awards recognise the achievements of our staff who work incredibly hard to go above and beyond for patients.

"I believe there's no better way to show that than by receiving a nomination from patients and family members whom they have helped.

"Please help us to celebrate our incredible staff by taking five minutes to tell us about your hospital hero."