Publish date: 20 October 2025
Sefton’s children and young people and families Admin Team won an award last week from Sefton at Work (Sefton Council) for ‘Caring Business: Exemplary Health and Wellbeing Support’.
The award exemplifies what it means to be a caring business, particularly offering patience, support and opportunities for care leavers to overcome fears and thrive.
Sefton@Work said: “Their impact is both profound and inspiring”.
Rachel Westbury, Office Manager and Louise Leatherbarrow, Deputy Operational Administration Manager are pictured with their award at the ceremony.
Louise said: “We are honoured to receive this award for supporting young people in care to find meaningful employment with the Care Leavers Apprenticeship Programme. It’s a privilege to play a part in helping care leavers build confidence, develop skills, and take steps towards a brighter future. This recognition is not just for Mersey Care - it reflects the dedication of everyone involved in creating opportunities and removing barriers for care experienced young people."