Our Health Heroes Partnerships
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Demonstrate your support for the UK’s healthcare workforce.
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Be part of something special
The Our Health Heroes Awards returns for its tenth edition, shining a spotlight on the thousands of dedicated individuals and teams who keep the NHS and wider healthcare sector running behind the scenes.
Join us in London for an inspiring celebration of healthcare excellence. This is your opportunity to recognise and thank the incredible NHS and healthcare workforce for their commitment and impact. Get involved today and help us celebrate the people who keep our health services strong.
Sponsor a category that is aligned to your values and target audience.
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Exclusive announcement when you sign-up to become a partner to our audience of over 67,000 healthcare professionals.
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Category dedicated marketing during the nomination window, highlighting your partnership and award.
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Inclusion of your branding throughout the awards marketing campaign.
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Feature your logo, profile, website link, and an optional video on the Skills for Health website.
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Participate in judging your category and present the awards at our prestigious ceremony.
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Have your logo displayed prominently on the trophy and certificate presented to winners.
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Showcase your brand on visual displays at the awards ceremony venue as well as a dedicated profile in the awards programme book.
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Enjoy four tickets to the awards ceremony, including welcome drinks and snacks, lunch, entertainment, and a networking reception.
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Collaborate with our PR team to share winners’ stories in publications, on radio, and TV.
I have been to a number of award events and this was by far my favourite.
Karen Anderson, Head of Children’s Services, The Dudley Group NHS Trust
Show your support for the thousands of individuals and teams working behind the scenes in the healthcare sector
With ten award categories available to sponsor, there is a wide range of opportunities for like-minded partners to support the nation’s healthcare heroes. Choose from the following award categories, or get in touch to discuss a theme suited to your organisational values and objectives.
Apprentice of the Year
Celebrates rising stars – those who go above and beyond in their role, and act as advocates for apprenticeships to those considering their future careers, whether in clinical or operational roles.
Proudly sponsored by SFJ Awards
Open pageBest Healthcare Collaboration
Rewards partnerships and collaborative efforts that bring organisations together to improve patient care and workforce wellbeing. This could include joint initiatives between NHS trusts, emergency services, and social care providers.
Open pageClinical Support Worker of the Year
Recognises individuals who provide hands-on care under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals. These nominees go above and beyond to deliver compassionate, high-quality support to patients every day.
Open pageDedication to a Lifelong Learning
Celebrates organisations or teams that champion continuous professional development, creating opportunities for staff to learn, grow, and thrive throughout their careers.
Proudly sponsored by iCQ Awards
Open pageDigital Innovation Award
Honours individuals or teams who use technology creatively to transform healthcare delivery, whether by improving patient care, streamlining processes, or enhancing workforce efficiency.
Proudly sponsored by NHS Shared Business Services
Open pageEquity, Diversity and Inclusion Champion
Recognises individuals or teams who actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion within health and social care. This award celebrates initiatives that create fair, respectful, and inclusive environments for staff and patients.
Open pageHealthcare Manager of the Year
NEW for 2026 this award celebrates outstanding leadership and management outside of registered clinical roles such as doctors or nurses. This award is for managers in support functions who inspire teams, drive innovation, and ensure services operate effectively.
Open pageHealthcare Volunteer of the Year
This award celebrates individuals who generously give their time to support health and social care services. From patient companions to hospital radio presenters, these volunteers make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and staff.
Open pageOperational Support Worker of the Year
Recognises those working in essential non-clinical roles (such as receptionists, porters, facilities staff, and administrators) who keep healthcare services running smoothly and efficiently behind the scenes.
Open pageOutstanding Lifetime Contribution to Healthcare
Honours individuals who have dedicated their careers to improving health and social care. This award is for those whose long-standing commitment and exceptional service have left a lasting impact on the sector.
Proudly sponsored by NHS Employers
Open pageJust some of the winning organisations…
Our Health Heroes celebrates individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond for the health and social care sector, and often nominees are put forward by their employer. Here are just a selection of the organisations that represent the Our Health Heroes alumni.
Talk to the awards team
Find out more about Our Health Heroes partnership opportunities by completing the form, and someone from the awards team will be in touch to discuss your ambitions.
Alternatively, download the sponsorship brochure for additional partnership opportunities.
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