Early Childhood Trainee Educator – Penrith

Kradle2krayons; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded traineeship

Paid study time built into hours

Guidance from experienced educators

Staff childcare discounts

Family-style team environment

Convenient transport access

Job summary

Kradle 2 Krayons Penrith is seeking an enthusiastic, full-time Early Childhood Trainee Educator to join our family-run centre. You will undertake a fully funded CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care while working on-site, with study time included in your schedule.

This entry-level role welcomes school leavers and career changers, with on-the-job training, supportive mentors, and staff discounts on childcare.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Entry-level trainee position.
• Willingness to complete WWCC and child-safety training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and running play-based learning activities under EYLF.
• Support children's daily routines (meals, rest, nappy changes, toileting).
• Maintain safe, clean, and welcoming learning spaces.

Education

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Early Childhood Trainee Educator – Penrith

Kradle 2 Krayons Penrith is a family owned and run long day care centre. Local families have trusted us for 14 years. We're not a big corporate chain. We have a close-knit team, and management is always easy to talk to.

We're looking for a keen full-time Early Childhood Trainee Educator to join our team while completing a fully funded CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

This is an entry-level role, so you don't need any experience or qualifications. School leavers and career changers are very welcome.

What we offer

• A fully funded Cert III traineeship with no course fees for you
• Paid on-the-job training with study time built into your hours
• Guidance from experienced educators who know the local community well
• Discounted childcare for staff children
• A supportive, family-style team where you're known by name
• Easy to reach: a bus stop right outside the centre, and Kingswood Station is a 5–7 minute walk

What you'll do

• Help plan and run play-based learning experiences under the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Help with children's daily routines, including meals, rest, nappy changes and toileting
• Help keep children safe, supervised and well cared for at all times
• Build warm, respectful relationships with children and families
• Keep the learning spaces clean, safe and inviting
• Complete your Cert III coursework and assessments on time

About you

• You care about children's wellbeing, safety and learning
• You're committed to child safety and willing to learn and follow the NSW Child Safe Standards, child protection duties and centre policies
• You're a team player who's happy to pitch in
• You're confident, friendly and communicate well with children, families and colleagues
• You're physically active and comfortable with floor play, lifting, bending and outdoor play in all seasons
• You're reliable and punctual, and you want to learn
• You're committed to completing your full-time traineeship

Requirements

• The right to work in Australia
• A NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) for paid work, or willingness to get one before you start
• Willingness to complete First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training (HLTAID012)
• Available full time, Monday to Friday, on a roster