Award Criteria

This award recognises the vital role of workforce development within care services and celebrates an individual or team that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to developing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of the workforce.

The winner will have shown enthusiasm, innovation, and determination in identifying and responding to the training and development needs of their staff team. They will have played a key role in promoting continuous learning, supporting professional growth, and creating opportunities for colleagues to develop their careers within Adult Social Care.

The ideal candidate(s) will have established effective learning and development programmes, successfully secured funding or resources where appropriate, and inspired staff to actively engage in training and career development opportunities.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an individual or team that:

- Demonstrates a strong commitment to developing people and their skills within the workforce.

- Supports or leads initiatives such as training, mentoring, or career progression programmes.

- Enhances knowledge, competence, and capability across the team or organisation.

- Adapts learning opportunities to meet different learning styles, abilities, and workforce needs.

- Introduces creative and effective approaches to workforce development and professional growth.

- Creates clear opportunities for career progression and development within Adult Social Care.

Eligibility Criteria

Open to individuals or teams
Demonstrates a significant contribution to workforce learning, development, and career progression.
Has led, supported, or implemented learning and development initiatives that have positively impacted staff or services.
Can provide evidence of improved engagement, skills development, qualifications, knowledge, or workforce outcomes.
SECTION 1 – ABOUT YOU

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1. Full Name (Required.)

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3. Telephone Number (Required.)

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4. What is your relationship to the nominee? (Required.)

SECTION 2 – ABOUT THE NOMINEE

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5. Name of Individual or Team Being Nominated (Required.)

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6. Nominee's Email Address (Required.)

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7. Job Title / Role (Required.)

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8. Organisation (Required.)

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9. Please tell us why you are nominating this person for this award. Include examples and provide as much detail as possible. (Required.)

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10. Confirmation Checkbox (required): (Required.)

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11. Additional Comments

Thank You Message:

Thank you for submitting your nomination for the Heart of Bury Care Awards 2027. Nominations will be reviewed by the judging panel and shortlisted candidates will be contacted in due course.

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