Ready for work that’s meaningful? Join Y Careers as an Outside School Hours Care 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 working with our awesome Employer Partner, The Y QLD .
OUR EMPLOYER PARTNER
The Y QLD has been supporting communities for more than 40 years, with a vision to see every child grow in body, mind and spirit. Their dedicated educators are the role models shaping confident, happy and healthy young people every day. From Early Learning Centres to Outside School Hours Care and Vacation Care, they deliver a wide range of programs designed to meet the needs of local families; creating safe, fun and inspiring environments where children can play, learn and thrive.
THE COMMITMENT
* Part-time work, minimum of 15 hours per week for 18 months
* Hours of work may include morning & afternoon shifts
* Multiple positions available in Palmview and Currimundi
THE PERKS
* Great pay $24.17 p/hour + super
* Part-time work for 18 months, with weekends off and paid annual/sick leave
* FREE Certificate III in Outside School Hours Care - no student loans here!
* Paid study time each week to smash out your qualification
* Your own Career Coach to support and guide you
* Access our Digital Care platform, Sonder for free 24/7 support because your safety and wellbeing matter
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
* Provide fun and engaging activities for primary school age children
* Help design a calendar of inclusive, exciting, and engaging program activities
* Ensure a safe, welcoming space where children can grow and learn
* Enforce safety guidelines to ensure a secure space for all
* You will be able to follow our development pathways to learn new skills and build your career
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone aged 18-26* who is an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident and:
* Is enthusiastic
* Has empathy and emotional intelligence
* Is a reliable team player
* Has strong communication skills
* 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 2004, aimed at improving employment opportunities for young people aged 18-26.
Apply today and take your first step into a meaningful career in care!