Early Childhood Educator (Trainee) - St Nicholas Singleton

St Nicholas Early Education; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

mnBenefits program

Flexible work

Career progression

Facilities: green energy centres

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Staff referral bonuses

50% childcare fee discount

Job summary

St Nicholas Singleton invites applications for an Early Childhood Educator (Trainee) at our Singleton centre. This Certificate III Traineeship provides on‑the‑job training without prior qualifications, to kick start a career in Early Education and Care.

You will assist with daily routines, contribute to EYLF‑based programs and participate in on‑the‑job learning pathways designed to support your growth within the organisation.

Qualifications

• To undertake the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care work based Traineeship CHC30113
• Working With Children Check verification number
• Computer literacy to document examples of learning stories

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily routines for children and contribute to the development of programs reflecting the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Support play-based learning and the planning, implementation, evaluation and reflection of programs that reflect children’s emerging skills and interests.

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Traineeship CHC30113

Job description

Early Childhood Educator (Trainee) - St Nicholas Singleton

Posted: 28/09/2026

Closing Date: 28/10/2026

Job Type: Temporary

Location: Singleton

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

Are youpassionate about pursuing a career within Early Education and Care?Kick start your career nowthrough a Certificate III Traineeship, no prior qualifications required!

The Benefits

St Nicholas offers a wide range of benefitsthat support and enrich the lives of our employees,including:

• mnBenefits program: Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program
• Flexibility: You will be supported to balance work and personal commitments through flexibility
• Growth: Paid sector-leading training and career progression within the organisation through a variety of learning and development pathways
• Facilities: State of the Art,purpose built centres powered by 100% green energy
• Additional Benefits: Employer-funded parental leave,salary packaging,corporate benefitsincluding;
  • Fitness Passport (T&C's apply) ,EAP andflu injections
  • 50% off childcare fees for all full and part-time employees
  • $1,000 staff referral bonuses ($1,500 for eligible positions)

As a Trainee Early Childhood Educator at our Singletoncentre, you will undertake a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and whilst on the job, assist with the implementation of daily routines for the children and contribute to the development of programs which reflect theEarly Years Learning Framework(EYLF), play based learning and the planning, implementation, evaluation and reflection of programs which reflect the emerging skills and interests of children.

You will have the ability to evolve in your role and progress within the organisation through a variety of learning and development pathways.

Desired Skills and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS/CRITERIA

• To undertake the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care work based Traineeship CHC30113
• Working With Children Check verification number.
• Computer literacy in order to document examples of learning stories.

If you genuinely share our passion for Early Childhood Education we would love to hear from you!

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.

St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.