How judging works
The Stars of Social Care – Team Awards recognise exceptional teamwork and the difference it makes to people receiving care, families and colleagues.
Judging is based on written nominations. Our awards judging team reviews entries against the relevant category criteria, considering the contribution described, the examples provided and the impact demonstrated.
Reviewing nominations
Entries are reviewed to identify those that most clearly demonstrate the qualities and achievements recognised by each category. These entries form the shortlist.
Selecting winners
Shortlisted nominations receive further consideration before winners and highly commended teams are selected. Decisions are based on the information submitted, so clear examples are essential.
We look for:
- Teamwork: how colleagues combine their skills and support one another.
- Person-centred practice: how the team responds to people’s individual needs, wishes and goals.
- Impact: the difference its work makes to people receiving care, families or colleagues.
- Evidence: specific examples, feedback or results that support the nomination.
The emphasis will vary according to the category.
Giving your team the strongest opportunity
Explain what the team did, how people worked together and what changed as a result. General praise is welcome, but specific examples help judges understand why the achievement deserves recognition.
Meaningful evidence can include improved confidence, stronger relationships, greater independence or a better everyday experience, alongside measurable results.
Announcing the results
Winners and highly commended teams are announced at the awards ceremony and published on our website.