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:
$***** - $***** per hour, based on experience
Receive Fee Free Training
– Goodstart will cover your qualification enrolment fees
Earn great (above award)
pay and experience
while working in our centres
Have 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 members
Complying with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures and Requirements
Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and families
Actively contributing to the education program in the room and the centre team
Supporting a culture of reflective practice and ongoing continuous improvement
Contributing to a professional and positive work culture
To be eligible for a Traineeship you must hold appropriate work rights. Talk to us today about your eligibility requirements
Qualifications
In addition, you must have:
The willingness and motivation to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care
Good time management and organisational skills
Ability to work well individually and as part of a team
Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
Interest in early years education
Working 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 qualification
Better pay – you will receive an above award pay rate
Study time and professional development
Up to 50% discount off your childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
Uniform 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.
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