A CARE home is celebrating after one of its team members was recognised at a national awards ceremony.

Sharon Dawkins, team leader at Heather View care home in Beacon Road, Crowborough, took home one of the coveted awards when she was crowned Team Leader of the Year.

The Care UK Stars awards recognise and reward individual and team excellence across Care UK’s 119 care homes.

Sharon was commended on her leadership skills and dedication to her role during the six years she has been at Heather View.

The panel of judges found Sharon works tirelessly to ensure that her team is supported.