Celebrating Our 2026 Timeout Award Winners🏆

Dominic with his wonderful Team!

Our annual awards ceremony took place on Friday 25th June, and what a beautiful evening it was — filled with happiness and joy as we all came together to celebrate our amazing staff. Today, we get to shine a light on the people who make Timeout the special place it is — our incredible 2026 Award Winners. To every single one of you being recognised across the organisation: congratulations. Your dedication, passion and hard work have truly paid off, and we couldn't be prouder. This moment is yours, and you've earned every bit of it. 👏

But here's the thing we always come back to — an award is never just about one person. Behind every success stands our wonderful Timeout Family, and we simply couldn't do what we do without you.

Janet our CEO

To our carers, teachers, clinicians and our brilliant head office crew: thank you. Every one of you plays a vital role, and every effort matters more than you know. Whether you're on the front line or working quietly behind the scenes, you are the heart of Timeout.

And now, the winners you've all been waiting for

We're honoured to celebrate these remarkable people, each recognised for the difference they make every single day.

Best Newcomer – Chris O Brien

The Supporting Legend – Lauren Sivyour

Carer of the Year – Vicky Deegan

Senior Carer of the Year – Amanda Crossland

Manager of the Year – Danni Swaine

Care Team of the Year – Claremount & Fairfax

Educational Support of the Year – Lucy Howell

Teacher of the Year – Leah Longley

The Biggest Impact in Education – Julia Gravestock

Clinician of the Year – Lorna Wilson

Innovation in Practice in Care – Ashleigh Booth

Innovation in Practice in Education – Daniel Pidgeon

Children's Choice in Care – Chris Robinson

Children's Choice in Education – Kate Helliwell

Changing Lives, Shaping Futures – Wayne Traynor

To each of you, congratulations. You've shown what's possible when care, commitment and heart come together.

The Dream Team!

Wayne Traynor

Here's to the mission we all share

Thank you for showing up, for caring deeply, and for keeping what matters most right at the centre of everything we do: making a real difference in our children's lives.

That's the mission. And together, we're achieving it every single day.