Overview As a Trainee Educator at Goodstart, you'll play a crucial role in giving children the best possible start in life.
With the support of your Centre Leadership Team, Teachers, and fellow Educators, you'll be empowered to grow and succeed while working towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.Employment Type: Fixed Term Full time (18 months)Pay: $21.44 - $31.93 per hour, based on experienceReceive Fee Free Training - Goodstart will cover your qualification enrolment feesEarn great (above award) pay and experience while working in our centresHave the opportunity for permanent employment when you complete your study Responsibilities You will achieve this by:Maintaining a safe environment for children, families, and team membersComplying with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures and RequirementsBuilding and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and familiesActively contributing to the education program in the room and the centre teamSupporting a culture of reflective practice and ongoing continuous improvementContributing to a professional and positive work cultureTo be eligible for a Traineeship you must hold appropriate work rights.
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Qualifications In addition, you must have:The willingness and motivation to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & CareGood time management and organisational skillsAbility to work well individually and as part of a teamEnthusiasm and a positive attitudeInterest in early years educationWorking with Children Check (or be willing to obtain one)Ability to meet our immunisation requirement Why choose Goodstart?
Funded qualification - Goodstart will fund your Certificate III qualificationBetter pay - you will receive an above award pay rateStudy time and professional developmentUp to 50% discount off your childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceFirst Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral program How to apply Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application.We review applications as they are submitted.
We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.Have a question?
Contact our Talent Acquisition Partner Metty on or email Our commitments We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment.
We're committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe, be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm.
As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.Note: for eligible traineeship training contracts an Australian citizen or a person granted permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen who entered Australia on a valid passport (the Australian Government requires that they have been a resident in Australia for more than 6 months).
Visa Holders must be able to work AND study in Australia and the duration of the traineeship must match the length of the Visa.