Care UK awarded Care Home Group of the Year for third year running

Care UK has won the Care Home Group (Large) of the Year award at the National Care Awards for the third year in a row.

The prestigious award recognises outstanding care providers operating 40 or more care homes that demonstrate exceptional care quality, investment in colleagues and a strong organisational performance.

As one of the UK's leading care providers, Care UK has more than 40 years of experience delivering extraordinary residential, dementia, nursing and respite care. Over the past few years, Care UK has undergone a significant period of growth, with the organisation expanding from 164 homes to more than 260 services in 2025. 

Alongside this expansion, Care UK has continued to deliver remarkably high standards of care across the UK. In England, 91% of Care UK homes are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, and in Scotland, all Care UK homes are rated Good or Very Good by the Care Inspectorate. In Wales, both Care UK homes are rated Excellent by Care Inspectorate Wales, while in Jersey, all Care UK homes are fully compliant with the standards set by the Jersey Care Commission.

Care UK is committed to helping residents lead fulfilling lives through person-led care and participation in meaningful experiences. Across the organisation, residents continue to benefit from the popular Wishing Tree programme, which helps make personal dreams a reality. Residents have taken part in all sorts of activities, from skydiving adventures to fulfilling lifelong ambitions, like getting their first tattoo, or even just having an afternoon tea with friends and family.

Investing in colleagues remains central to Care UK's success. More than 600 colleagues are currently undertaking apprenticeships, while specialist training programmes such as the Seacole Academy and leadership development pathways support colleagues to progress their careers. In 2025, 79% of home manager appointments were filled by internal candidates, reflecting Care UK's commitment to developing and promoting talent from within.

Andrew Knight, CEO of Care UK, said: "To be recognised as Care Home Group of the Year for the third consecutive year is a tremendous achievement and a reflection of the dedication of our colleagues across the country. Every day, they bring compassion and a genuine commitment to supporting residents – helping them to live fulfilling lives. We are passionate about investing in our colleagues and providing ample opportunities for their development. “I am incredibly proud of the care they provide and the positive impact they have on residents and their families."

To learn more about career opportunities with one of the UK's leading care providers, visit Care UK's careers website here: https://www.careuk.com/careers.