Childcare Educator Traineeship

Little Zak's Academy; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotating rosters

Staff childcare discounts

Well-being day

Referral bonus

Career development

Study allowances

Mentoring from Leadership Team

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Little Zak's Academy in Plumpton, NSW, is offering an entry-level trainee role in Early Childhood Education. You will study toward your Certificate III while working full-time, gaining practical childcare experience across ages 0–5, and collaborating with a supportive team.

This paid position operates on rotating rosters and leads to mentorship, career development, and a pathway within a well-established centre that values safety and learning.

Qualifications

• Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain.
• Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Ability to work in a supportive team environment.
• Interest in pursuing a career in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Study towards Certificate III while working full-time.
• Gain practical childcare experience across ages 0–5.
• Work with a supportive team that mentors and guides you.

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood

Job description

Are you looking to start your Early Childhood Education career? This is an entry level position, no prior experience necessary! Our centre in Plumptonis a purpose-built facility. As we continue to grow and expand, we are looking for a trainee to join our talented team.

Benefits for you:

• Rotating rosters to support a great work/life balance
• Up to 50% staff childcare discounts for your own children
• A well-being day (on top of your annual leave)
• $1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referral
• Continuous career development opportunities and Future Leaders Program
• Study allowances to upskill your qualification including ECT degrees (T&Cs apply)
• Mentoring from our values-driven Leadership Team and full support from a well-established Support Office
• Employee Assistance Program

About the role:

• Study towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood while you work
• Full time paid position working across a rotating roster
• Gain practical childcare experience across all age groups from 0-5
• Work alongside a supportive team who will mentor and guide you

What we are looking for:

• Current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain
• Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Trustworthy, dedicated and positive team player
• Passion and willingness to succeed in the childcare industry
• Support of the Little Zak's culture through constantly displaying our values

Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.

Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.

Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment

Little Zak's is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.

By applying for a role with Little Zak's, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process.

We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Additional information

• Modern, purpose built centre + inclusive, supportive team & leadership
• Get mentored by our experienced centre management to implement/develop programs
• Career progression opportunities after completing the traineeship