Ready for work that's meaningful?
Join Y Careers as an Early Childhood Educator Trainee and work different
This isn't your average job.
You'll be learning on the job, earning great pay, and making a real impact with our awesome employer partner, Kool Beanz.
OUR EMPLOYER PARTNER
Kool Beanz Childcare pride themselves on being more than just a childcare provider – they are a family-driven haven where every child's growth and well-being are nurtured with love, expertise, and dedication.
This family owned and operated business is looking for values driven individuals to join the team in multiple Northern Rivers locations.
If you're keen to make a real impact and grow in a supportive, diverse environment, this could be the opportunity for you
THE COMMITMENT
Full time work 37.5 hours per week for 18 months
You'll earn $***** per hour + super
Positions available in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay, Suffolk Park, Mullumbimby & Casuarina
THE PERKS
Weekends off and paid annual/sick leave
FREE Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care—no student loans here
Paid study time each week to smash out your qualification
Your own Career Coach to support, mentor and guide you
Access to our Digital Care platform, Sonder, for free 24/7 support for your safety and wellbeing
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Create fun and engaging play experiences for children that support their learning and development, based on their interests and needs.
Work alongside experienced educators to help plan and run activities that follow the Early Years Learning Framework.
Build positive and caring relationships with children, helping them feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Support children during mealtimes, encouraging healthy eating and making sure their dietary needs are met.
Join in group activities like art, music, games and outdoor play that help children build social skills, confidence, and creativity.
Create long-lasting connections and partnerships with your local community, schools, and families.
Always follow child safety rules and policies, putting the safety and wellbeing of every child first.
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for someone aged ****** who is an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and:
Has empathy and emotional intelligence
Is a reliable team player
Is creative and adaptable
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
To work in this role, you'll need to provide two work or professional references, plus hold (or be willing to get) a current Working With Children Check (or relevant state equivalent) and a Police Check.
Y Careers makes it easy by covering the cost and helping you every step of the way.
Sound like you?
Apply today
ABOUT US
Y Careers is a social enterprise helping young people kickstart meaningful careers.
These are our values and what we stand for;
BOLD: We like to stand out from the crowd.
INNOVATIVE: We come up with new ideas to support young people.
INCLUSIVE: We make sure everyone feels welcome and valued.
REAL: We do what we say we'll do.
JOIN OUR TRAINEESHIP PROGRAM AND WORK DIFFERENT.
At Y Careers, we are committed to being a child safe organisation.
We believe in creating opportunities for young people to build rewarding careers.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know — we're here to support you
*This role is part of a Commonwealth-exempt employment program under the Age Discrimination Act ****, aimed at improving employment opportunities for young people aged *****.
Apply today and take your first step into a meaningful career in care
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