We are absolutely thrilled that our Registered Manager, Lynn James Wellings, at Care First 24, has won the Home Care Registered Manager award category at the National Finals of The Great British Care Awards, which was held at the ICC Birmingham, on Friday 27th February 2026.
The Great British Care Awards are a series of regional events throughout the UK and are a celebration of excellence across the care sector.
The purpose of the awards are to pay tribute to those individuals who have demonstrated all areas of the social care sector, whether it is older people or specialist services, residential or home care. From frontline staff such as care workers and care managers to people who have made an impact in other ways, such as training or innovation.
Lynn James-Wellings is a true inspiration to her team at Care First 24. She has over 30 years’ experience in the delivery of both domiciliary and complex care in the community and champions the ‘care at home’ agenda. Her current role is as Managing Director and Registered Manager for Care First 24.
Lynn has led by example and is renowned for her commitment to deliver a well led person centred service. Her team always come first and Lynn makes it an essential part of her business model to support her team and give as many opportunities to them to increase their skill set.
She has used her knowledge, skills and dogged determination to not only grow Care First 24 from scratch in January 2022 into a profitable pioneering businesses with nearly 200 staff, but also reinvested operating profits to create a provider that is innovative and provides care that is personalised and compassionate.
Specialising in complex care, rapid response and personal health budget care services, Lynn oversees a nurse led provision which focuses on delivery of a well led person centred service. Lynn viewed the recent shift in the CQC’s format as a chance for innovation, utilising the updated criteria to advance Care First 24’s commitment to staff welfare.
Lynn also received some lovely comments from the judges in respect of her winning this prestigious award:
The Home Care Registered Manager Award
Winner: Lynn James-Welling, Care First24
“There is no greater honour than caring for someone else’s loved ones, and Lynn embodies this completely. She is truly amazing. Her dedication, compassion, and leadership have left an extraordinary legacy; a thriving business in the hands of her team and 20–30 new nurses entering social care. Lynn’s philosophy, “We are only as good as the last hour of care we delivered,” reflects her unwavering commitment to excellence. Her impact is profound, making her a truly deserving national winner.”
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What an incredible evening celebrating excellence in social care, surrounded by so many inspiring finalists and professionals who make a real difference every single day. Congratulations to everyone who was nominated and recognised – you are all amazing!
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to The Great British Care Award for hosting such a fantastic celebration of the talent in social care.
Finally a very special CONGRATULATIONS and thank you to Care First 24’s incredible Registered Manager, Lynn James-Wellings. Her leadership, passion, and dedication inspire us all. What a fantastic achievement!
We hope you’ve enjoyed reading this blog. If you would like to get in touch: By telephone – 01732 790001, by email – info@carefirst24.co.uk, or visit our website – www.carefirst24.co.uk