From March 18, Early Childhood Professionals, including those in Melton and Moorabool, have the chance to be recognised nationally as nominations open for the 2024 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards.
With a $30,000 prize pool on offer, the prestigious annual Awards – now in their 10th year – recognise the front-line educators and carers at the very heart of Australia’s early childhood education system.
HESTA chief executive Debby Blakey said making a nomination was a great way to acknowledge the work of professionals within the early childhood sector.
“Early childhood educators play a pivotal role in shaping the future and nurturing the minds and hearts of our youngest learners. It’s wonderful that the HESTA awards can provide a platform to recognise early childhood educators and their vital work,” she said.
“I encourage everyone to think about an early childhood educator they could put forward for national recognition and take the time to nominate. Their dedication, passion, and professionalism deserve recognition and celebration.
An independent judging panel made up of industry experts will select finalists and choose the winner for each category. Nominations close at midnight AEST on June 16.
Anyone involved in the delivery of these services can nominate, or be nominated, across three categories, including Advancing Pedagogy & Practice, Individual Leadership and Outstanding Service. Employers, colleagues, and the community are also encouraged to nominate.
The three winners will each take home $10,000 to be used for personal or professional development or further development of processes or services in the workplace.
Winners will be announced at an Awards dinner in Brisbane on September 19.
