Christina's the nations best care home worker

A Henshaws employee is celebrating after winning the national care home worker award at a glitzy ceremony at the Guildhall in London.

Christina Dobson was nominated for the award by Liz Sugden, head of student support and residential services at Henshaws College. She was recognised for her role in supporting college students, all of whom have visual impairments and other disabilities, and helping them to learn to live independently.

After winning the regional awards, Christina faced a panel of judges, who said she was an inspiration to the care sector and that they were blown away by her enthusiasm. She was finally presented with her national award in June by former GMTV presenter Fiona Phillips.

Christina said: “My role as house manager is to oversee the running of three of the residential houses on campus, this means I am responsible for the care and well being of thirty seven young people, with a varied range of abilities’’

“I really love my job; it is such a pleasure to create a welcoming and homely environment for our students, as well as helping them gain their independence. Winning the regional award was amazing, so to go on to succeed in the national category was a wonderful moment!”

Caroline Smale, principal at Henshaws College, said: “We are so proud of what Christina has achieved, to gain national recognition for her work shows just what an excellent job she does. She epitomises the best possible attitude, and always approaches every day with enthusiasm and a smile. Many congratulations from everyone at the college.”