Sixteen adults social care workers and three specialist teams have received nationwide recognition for their outstanding contribution to the social work profession.
Amazing Social Workers is a campaign championing the exceptional work happening across the UK social care sector. It is run by the British Association of Social Workers (BASW), the UK’s largest professional body for social work.
The awards highlight the achievements of individuals and teams in the profession, whilst also raising the profile and public understanding of the critical role of social work in our communities.
Over 300 individuals and teams were nominated by their colleagues this year, including frontline practitioners, students, managers, leaders, educators and newly qualified social workers.
In Staffordshire, adult social care services are delivered in partnership with the county council and Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT).
Staffordshire County Council colleagues who have been recognised are:
- Stephney Colgan
- Betty Oppong
- Charlotte Davies
- Claire Mason
- Samantha Matthews
- Ruth Martin
- Doris Asare
- Learning Disability Team South
MPFT colleagues who have been recognised are:
- Alison Saul
- Emily Harrison
- Amy Isaacs
- Roxxi Blackburn
- Mental health Hospital In-reach Service
- Michael North
- Zoe Skerry
- Robin Lycett-Smith
- Pauline Bonner
- Victoria Smith
- North Social Care Pathway (Mental Health) Team
Martin Rogerson, Cabinet Member for Health and Care at Staffordshire County Council, said:
“Our social workers continue to demonstrate remarkable dedication, compassion and professionalism, and I am incredibly proud to see their work recognised on a national stage.
“Being honoured in these awards is a reflection of their individual excellence and the collective commitment across Staffordshire to support and protect those who need us most. I want to offer my heartfelt congratulations to every colleague recognised. We are grateful for the life‑changing difference you make every day.”
Jo Cowcher, MPFT Director of Social Care, said:
“The MPFT staff nominated for BASW’s Amazing Social Workers campaign are reflective of our wider social care workforce – dedicated and inspirational individuals who make life better for the communities they serve. I’m proud to lead this fantastic group of staff and congratulate everyone who has been recognised through this campaign.”
BASW will feature their accomplishments on their website and social media channels throughout March as part of their celebrations for World Social Work Day.
Lewis Roberts, BASW UK Vice-Chair, said:
“BASW is proud to run our Amazing Social Workers campaign for its sixth consecutive year. It is a wonderful way for our profession to celebrate inspiring social work practice and pay tribute to the many individual and collective successes that deserve to be noticed.
“Across our communities, social workers go above and beyond to make a positive difference to the lives of adults, children and families they support. Whether it’s advancing people’s rights and challenging injustices, to advocating for fairness and promoting wellbeing, the role of social work has never been more important during these challenging times.
“Congratulations to everyone who has been recognised this year and thank you for all you do every day. We look forward to shining a spotlight on your achievements as part of our World Social Work Day celebrations.”
