Trainee childcare assistant (kearns)

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Educator to join our Early Childhood Team.

Key Requirements

• Hold a current Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain one prior to employment.
• Fully vaccinated as per the Public Health Order for Early Childhood Education and Care Educators.
• Responsible and committed.
• Good understanding of English and excellent communication skills—liaising with parents, fellow educators, management and apprenticeship supervisors.
• Confident and willing to be part of a professional team.

Training & Education

The Trainee position is a 12‐month traineeship to complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (full time – 38 hour week).

Responsibilities

• Preparation of the indoor and outdoor environment.
• Leading and monitoring the learning of each child.
• Undertaking written observations and documentation in line with EYLF, NQF and NQS.
• Communicating with families and parents.
• Planning and discussing individual children as part of an educational team to achieve the best outcomes.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Warm and passionate about educating young children, caring and respectful of children's needs and the learning environment.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, professional, flexible and reliable; works as part of a team.
• Supportive and respectful to staff in your room; ensures an engaging program is delivered daily.
• Proficient in written observations and documentation per EYLF, NQF and NQS.
• Excellent communication with families and parents.
• Working with Children Check (preferred).
• Work authorisation in Australia (preferred).

Working Conditions

• Start and finish times may vary between 7:00am and 6:00pm.
• No weekend work.
• Work location: In person.
• Working hours: 10‐hour and 8‐hour shifts, day shift, Monday to Friday.

Compensation

Up to $25.00 per hour.