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Support Worker Of The Year

21st Nov 2025

Lawson Flats, Perth

6pm to 8pm

celebrate allied health students

Ascend Health 2023 SWOTYA event with the team of Ascend Health therapists

The SWOTY's feels like...

An AFL Brownlow Medal night

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An end of year party

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An industry networking event

Join us at the 2025 SWOTY's

The SWOTY's is a grand gala that pays tribute to outstanding support workers who have truly excelled in their health science studies and as dedicated members of Ascend Health. It's not only a celebration of the exceptional care you provide to participants, but it's also a testament to your unwavering commitment to our organisation's values and mission.

Did someone say afterparty?

Stay tuned as we announce the location of the afterparty. After a successful post-SWOTY's gathering in 2024, join the crew to take the celebrations long into the night.

This event is open to everyone, regardless of whether you attend the SWOTY's. So let your friends know that you'll be hanging with the Ascend crew late on Friday night.

Ascend Health SWOTYA event with optional afterparty

What awards are being presented

Winner and the runner up of the Andrews Award at the 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards

Andrews Award

The Andrews Award recognises support workers who have shown remarkable growth in the early stages of their health/therapy-related careers.

It's not about where you start but the significant personal, professional, and member-focused progress achieved.

Squire Medal

The Squire Medal is awarded to the support worker that consistently and thoroughly goes above and beyond to create a supportive environment towards colleagues or members and their family/friends.

The Squire Medal is the pinnacle of recognition for outstanding support workers, acknowledging the individuals who stand out as top-tier team members, excelling in support work, team leadership, or therapy assistance.

Winner of the Squire Medal at the 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards

Thank you to the 2024 sponsors

Concentric Care was the premier sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health
Tempo sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health
Neighbourhood Care sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health
OT Services Group sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health

Register to sponsor 2025 SWOTY's

Reasons we attract amazing sponsors

  • Be among the first organisations to engage with highly experienced undergraduate therapy students with extensive experience in NDIS.

  • Students working with Ascend Health typically graduate with three times more community NDIS experience than those who solely rely on university placements.

  • Students with Ascend Health are therefore better prepared to enter community health work when they graduate.

  • Sponsoring the Support Worker Of The Year awards will put your organisation front of mind for when these allied health students graduate.

Lock in these 2025 dates

01/Sep

Sponsor expressions of interest open

08/Sep

Ticket purchasing open

12/Sep

Support Worker applications open

05/Oct

Applications close

06/Oct

Judging begins

31/Oct

Judging concludes

21/Nov

SWOTY Awards night

Ascend Health has organised an annual Bali Mission to help support he balinese disability community

Raffle supports 2026 Bali Mission

Purchase raffle tickets to win amazing prizes, with all proceeds going towards the 2026 Bali Mission trip. You'll not only be in with a chance to win amazing prizes, but all funds will help support the volunteer allied health professionals travelling to Bali to help support the team at the Annika Linden Foundation. In a location that has a significant need for allied health services in an area where almost 200 thousand individuals live with a disability. Despite high demand and limited clinics, the centre plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for Bali's disabled population, offering hope and support for more fulfilling lives.

Tickets available now!

Early Bird Sale

The only discount on tickets

Available until 19th Oct 2025

Highlights from last year

Squire Medal winner

We were proud to announce Cameron Gardner as the winner of the Squire Medal, which was presented by Tim, the first winner of the award. It was also a privilege to recognise Anna Gunningham as the runner-up and the impact she's had at Ascend Health.

Andrews Award winner

It was also a privilege to award Marianna De Tullio from the Adelaide team with the Andrews Award, which was presented by Luke. It was also a privilege to recognise Mia Flitman as the runner-up.

Looking for more events

We cordially invite you to participate in our exclusive events, meticulously crafted to inspire innovation, exchange insights, and establish connections among committed individuals dedicated to achieving excellence in healthcare.

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