RECOGNISE INSPIRING SOCIAL WORK
#SWA26
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
MAR:
PARLIAMENTARY RECEPTION, ENTRIES OPEN 26 MARCH
MAY:
ENTRIES CLOSE 14 MAY, JUDGING PERIOD
JUN:
JUDGING PERIOD
Jul:
JUDGING PERIOD
AUG:
FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
