Gloucestershire social workers nominated for national award
The award ceremony is taking place in November
Two Gloucestershire social workers have been shortlisted in the annual Social Worker of the Year Awards.
The ceremony will be held in London on Friday 4th November, where our local social workers will find out if they've won.
Supporting Children in Education Award
Lauren Main, a social worker in Children’s Services, has been selected as a finalist for the ‘Supporting Children in Education Award’. The award recognises social workers who have undertaken exceptional individual or strategic work to support children’s attendance at school during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lauren was nominated by the county council’s Virtual School for her inspirational support for the children and young people she works with, encouraging them to raise aspirations and achieve their full potential.
Adult Social Worker of the Year Award
Jen Paddock, a senior social worker in Adult Services has been selected as a finalist in the ‘Adult Social Worker of the Year Award’ which recognises qualified social workers who have made a positive impact through their outstanding work with adults.
Jen was nominated by her team in recognition of her skills and personal attributes which help her achieve positive outcomes for the people she supports.
The leader of Gloucestershire County Council, Cllr Mark Hawthorne says "The awards recognise their incredible support for vulnerable children, and adults with care and support needs"
"Both Lauren and Jen have shown outstanding dedication and it is wonderful to see this recognised at a national level."
For more information about the awards, visit www.socialworkawards.com