SOCIAL workers and social care practitioners in Wiltshire were invited to a ceremony at County Hall in Trowbridge to receive certificates after completing their training.

A new batch of workers have just completed a new psychosocial and relationship-based practice framework called the CARE framework.

Wiltshire Council says this is a key part in being able to offer the best support to children, young people, their families and carers.

Social worker Emily Woodford is currently on her Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, a 12-month programme which supports those newly qualified in their first year in employment.

“Qualifying as a social worker is the start of the development process rather than the end of it,” she said.

Laura Mayes, cabinet member for children, said: “We cannot underestimate the valuable role our social workers and social care practitioners play for the vulnerable.”