iCQ Awards proudly sponsors the 2026 Our Health Heroes Awards

iCQ Awards is delighted to announce our sponsorship of the 2026 Our Health Heroes Awards, the annual celebration that recognises the outstanding individuals and teams who support our nation’s healthcare service. Organised by our sister organisation, Skills for Health, this awards programme shines a light on the wider healthcare workforce who keep the system running every day.

For the tenth anniversary of the awards, iCQ Awards is proud to sponsor the Dedication to a Lifelong Learning Culture category, which is an area that reflects our commitment to high-quality education, skills development and continuous professional growth across the UK health sector.

Nominations for the 2026 awards are now open

Nominations are open now until midday on Tuesday 17 February 2026. This is your opportunity to recognise the people and teams whose dedication helps transform healthcare across the UK.

Submit your nomination on the Skills for Health website to celebrate the achievements of colleagues who go above and beyond for patients, organisations and communities.

What are the award categories?

Individual categories

• Apprentice of the Year
• Clinical Support Worker of the Year
• Healthcare Volunteer of the Year
• Healthcare Manager of the Year
• Operational Support Worker of the Year
• Outstanding Lifetime Contribution to Healthcare

Team categories

• Best Healthcare Workforce Collaboration
• Dedication to a Lifelong Learning Culture (sponsored by iCQ Awards)
• Digital Innovation
• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Champion