THREE Gloucestershire NHS apprentices were awarded for their commitment and service to the NHS at a special regional awards ceremony.

Jess Carmen, Meg Cooke and Amanda Spencer, from Gloucestershire Care Services NHS Trust, won accolades at Health Education England’s Star Awards, which recognise the best in education and training in the South West’s health and social care sector.

The trio attended the awards ceremony on Tuesday March 6 at Somerset County Cricket Ground.

Jess Carman, an apprentice endoscopy nurse, was named Advanced Apprentice of the Year.

Amanda Spencer, scooped the higher apprentice of the year award and Meg Cooks was named intermediate apprentice of the year.

During the snow at the start of March, Meg was so committed to her job that she walked five miles to work and back.

Jonathan Hall, apprenticeship facilitator from Gloucestershire Care Services NHS Trust, said: “Apprenticeships are a great way to learn new skills whilst gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

"There are so many opportunities available within the NHS in Gloucestershire, including at local community hospitals that might be located near to your home.

"The support that is given to our apprentices is outstanding and this has shown through with Jess, Meg and Amanda being recognised for their hard work at the Star Awards.”