Part-time Permanent (22 hours)
- Excellent benefits that support your wellbeing and career development
- Above Award Rates
**Part-Time permanent Educator Role - 22 hrs/week | Guardian Leopold (Allocated only for Trainee OR Working towards Cert 3 Educators)**
**Location (GC&E; Leopold): 688 Bellarine Hwy, Leopold, 3224.**
Are you passionate about shaping young minds but still working towards your Cert III or wanting to start a Traineeship with us? This is the perfect opportunity for you! Guardian Leopold is looking for a dedicated **trainee or WT Cert 3 educator** to join our vibrant and supportive team in a **permanent part-time role (22 hours/week).**
At Guardian, we believe in you. We support your learning journey with sponsored qualifications, paid study time, adaptable shifts, and a culture built around collaboration, mentorship, and growth.
**What we offer**:
- Sponsored Diploma of Early Childhood Education (after you have finished with your Cert 3 & Care (no contribution fees - T&Cs; apply)
- Paid first aid training
- Access to over 2,000 discounts with WHEREFIT
- Professional development & career growth pathways
- Beautiful, well-resourced centre with engaging programs
- Inclusive and passionate team environment
- Weekly yoga, daily coffee/treats, strong community connections
**About You**:
- Interested in starting a traineeship with us OR currently working towards or enrolled in your **Cert III in Early Childhood!**:
- Passionate about early years education and eager to learn
- Committed to building strong relationships with children, families, and your team
- Eligible to work in Australia (Australian citizen or permanent resident)
**Join us in making a real impact during the most important years of a child’s life.**
We’re here to support your journey every step of the way.
**Referrals**
We offer referrals for Guardian employees so join us and bring a friend to refer and earn. For more details, visit: guardian.edu.au/careers/refer-your-friends
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.
📌 Trainee or Working Towards Cert 3 Educator
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