National Care Awards 2026 to Celebrate Excellence Across the UK Care Sector

The National Care Awards are set to return in 2026, recognising the outstanding individuals, teams, and organisations delivering exceptional care across the UK.

Taking place on 6 November 2026 at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, the awards are widely regarded as one of the largest celebrations of excellence in the UK care sector.

Entries for the 2026 awards are expected to open in June, giving care providers and professionals the opportunity to showcase their achievements on a national stage.

Recognising the People Behind Care

The National Care Awards are designed to highlight the individuals and organisations making a real difference in people’s lives.

Categories span the full breadth of the sector, including:

• Carer of the Year
• Care Home of the Year
• Domiciliary Care Provider of the Year
• Tech Innovation of the Year

From frontline carers to senior leaders and innovative providers, the awards reflect the diversity and impact of the care workforce.

A Platform for Excellence and Innovation

Beyond recognition, the awards also shine a spotlight on innovation and best practice across the sector.

Recent winners have included:

• High-performing home care providers
• Specialist care organisations
• Technology solutions improving care delivery

This focus on both people and progress positions the awards as a key moment in the care calendar—celebrating not just what the sector does, but how it continues to evolve.

More Than Just an Awards Night

The National Care Awards ceremony is a high-profile evening event, bringing together hundreds of professionals from across the sector for a formal celebration of achievement.

The event typically includes:

• A drinks reception
• Three-course dinner
• Awards ceremony hosted by a guest presenter
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders

For many attendees, it’s not just about recognition—it’s about connection, visibility, and shared pride in the sector.

Why It Matters

At a time when the care sector faces ongoing challenges around workforce, funding, and regulation, recognising excellence has never been more important.

Awards like these:

• Boost morale across teams
• Highlight best practice
• Raise standards across the sector
• Provide valuable PR and credibility for providers

They also offer a platform to showcase the positive impact care professionals have on individuals, families, and communities every day.

The Daily Round Perspective

At The Daily Round, we believe recognition is one of the most powerful drivers of progress in the care sector.

Behind every award entry is a story—of resilience, compassion, innovation, and leadership.

And it’s these stories that deserve to be seen, shared, and celebrated.

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