South Australia’s Early Childhood Workforce Strategy

Summary:

South Australia is committed to providing every child with a strong start by investing $96.6 million over four years to grow and support the early childhood workforce. This investment will prepare for the universal 3-year-old preschool program set to roll out between 2026 and 2032.

Key Objectives:

  • Increase Workforce Numbers: Recruit and train more qualified early childhood teachers and educators.
    Support the professional development of the current workforce.
  • Ensure Quality Education: Provide access to allied health and community services professionals to enhance early childhood services.
  • Support Aboriginal Workforce: Focus on growing and supporting the Aboriginal early childhood workforce.
    Leverage Aboriginal cultural knowledge for the benefit of all children.
  • Collaborative Implementation: Work in partnership with professionals, sector experts, service providers, Aboriginal communities, educational institutions, peak bodies, unions, and other stakeholders.

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Publication:

Office for Early Childhood Development

Year of Publication:

2024

Area: Competences & Standards Recognition of the profession Training & professional development
Type: Policy document
Sector: Child Protection & Social Welfare Education & Care
Region: East Asia and Pacific
Country: Australia
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