Recognising inspirational social work for 20 years

The Social Worker of the Year Awards is the only major national awards event for social work in England, attracting hundreds of entries every year and reaching millions of people with positive stories of outstanding social work, creative and compassionate practitioners and outstanding practice.

Key Dates 2026

Jan

Feb

Mar

Parliamentary reception, entries open 26 March

Apr

May

Entries close 14 May, judging period

Jun

Judging period

Jul

Judging period

Aug

Finalists annnounced

Sep

Oct

Awards reception

Nov

Dec

Guide to Nominations