Josie Bennett, James Hopkins and Lauren Hill, from the Youth Offending Service at North Somerset Council were awarded second prizes of £25. Lauren Hill was nominated for her ‘seamless’ support, often working overtime to ensure vulnerable young people were given the support they needed.
Josie was recognised for providing invaluable emotional and practical support to young people on court orders.
James led a team of social workers and youth justice officers through the pandemic. He was nominated for providing ‘unwavering support and understanding’ to team members.
Deirdre said: “James never stops helping – he works all day and provides support all evening and weekends. I’m not sure James has ever been given any formal recognition for the services he provides for the community so it would be amazing if his invaluable contribution to society could be acknowledged.”
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Members of the North Somerset Trades Council in 2019.
- Credit: North Somerset Trades Council
People are being asked to nominate a North Somerset key worker who has made a difference to their lives during the pandemic.
Weston and North Somerset Trades Council wants to recognise and thank key workers who have been working in face-to-face roles throughout the pandemic.
The Trades Council - which is made up of members from a wide variety of unions who represent key workers across many sectors- wants to give £100 to one special key worker, and five £10 prizes to other frontline employees.
Richard Capps, secretary for Weston and North Somerset Trades Council, said: “Applause is great, but it doesn’t put food on the table. Key workers are facing a living crisis – pay is going down. Rather than clap, let’s given them the financial reward they deserve.”