Youth workers carrying out training at a Shirehampton residential home celebrated passing their qualifications at a special barbecue event last night.

The learners have been working at Bradley House Residential Home, in High Street, to gain national vocational qualifications in health and social care.

Their assessor, Deana Young, who works for JHP training, said: "I am very proud of all learners who have achieved their qualification and who are working towards achievement. All staff have worked very hard and deserve recognition."

Toni Watts, 16, and Jodie Conlin were among those receiving their qualifications.

Ms Watts said: "I really enjoyed doing my NVQ Level 2. It taught me a lot about the knowledge side of my working role."

Ms Conlin said: "I found completing my NVQ was a really big step for me as I thought I would never complete it, but with the help of Deana and my manager, I achieved it."