Early Childhood Trainee

Fit Kidz Services Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Generous childcare fee discounts

Paid day off on your birthday

Generous resource budgets

Career progression opportunities

Beautiful learning environments

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Positive team culture and company/te​r

Employee Assistance Program (wellbeing

Exclusive staff discounts and perks

Job summary

Fit Kidz Services Pty Ltd is offering a Trainee Educator role at our Rouse Hill NSW centres. You will complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care while working full-time with experienced educators and teachers.

This traineeship lets you earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience and building foundations for a rewarding career in Early Childhood Education. It can also lead to higher qualifications.

Qualifications

• Be caring, enthusiastic, responsible, and eager to learn.
• Be Australian citizen or permanent resident (per site guidance).
• Be willing and excited to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Contribute to a culture of child safety, reflective practice, and continuous improvement.
• Learn from experienced educators and teachers while completing your qualification.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in meaningful play experiences and learning opportunities.
• Contribute to inclusive and sustainable learning environments.
• Develop knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Responsible

Eager to learn

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Fit Kidz Services Pty Ltd - Rouse Hill NSW

At Fit Kidz, we believe in family, connection, and lifelong learning.

Our Vision

We value people, and we want everyone to find their place in the world as their authentic self.

We live our values by our commitment to our team, our children, and their families, as well as celebrating our diverse community and welcoming everyone into it.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we play and learn, and we teach and implement sustainable practices and care for the environment.

As Educators, we commit to advocating for the importance of quality early education for all children, and to walking together in collaboration, growth, learning and fun.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Fit Kidz is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm and actively work to create and maintain a child-safe environment. All team members are expected to:

Uphold our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct

Maintain professional boundaries at all times

Actively support children's rights, safety, and participation

Understand and meet mandatory reporting obligations

Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to child safety, with thorough screening processes in place.

About Us

Fit Kidz is a 100% Australian family-owned and operated organisation with 10 Early Learning Centres across: Box Hill, Dural, Glenwood, Putney, Rouse Hill, Turramurra, Vineyard, and Warrawee.

We are proud of our supportive culture and believe our centres are only as strong as the people within them.

Start Your Career in Early Childhood

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day?

The early years are some of the most important in a child's life. As a Trainee Educator, you will complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care while working full-time alongside experienced educators and teachers.

This traineeship allows you to earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience, and build the foundations for a rewarding career in Early Childhood Education. It can also provide a pathway to further study, including a Diploma or university qualification.

About the Role

This role carries a high level of responsibility in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of every child.

You will:

Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe and nurturing environment

Contribute to a culture of child safety, reflective practice, and continuous improvement

Learn from experienced educators and teachers while completing your qualification

Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

Participate in meaningful play experiences and learning opportunities

Contribute to inclusive and sustainable learning environments

Develop your knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework

A Great Trainee Will...

Be caring, enthusiastic, responsible, and eager to learn

Enjoy engaging with children through play, creativity, discovery, and exploration

Be willing to get involved in messy play, outdoor adventures, stories, songs, and imaginative experiences

Be confident building positive relationships with children and families

Demonstrate initiative and a strong work ethic

Work collaboratively as part of a professional team

Be open to learning from experienced educators and continuously developing their skills

About You

You will:

Be 16 years of age or older (completion of Year 12 is preferred)

Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Be willing and excited to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Demonstrate a strong commitment to child safety, including upholding Child Safe Standards and reporting obligations

Maintain safe, respectful, and professional interactions with children at all times

Have the ability to manage study requirements alongside employment

Hold or be able to obtain a valid and verified Working with Children Check (if over 18 years of age)

Provide a minimum of two professional or character references

Why Join Fit Kidz?

• Above award pay
• Generous childcare fee discounts
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Generous resource budgets
• Career progression opportunities
• Beautiful learning environments
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Positive team culture and company events
• Employee Assistance Program (wellbeing support)
• Exclusive staff discounts and perks