Early Childhood Trainee: Grow, Learn & Make an Impact

The Grove Academy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus (excl.)

50% off childcare fees for your child

Annual Employee Wellbeing Day

Exclusive discounts with Wherefit

Career growth opportunities

Grove Recognition Awards

Job summary

The Grove Academy is seeking a Childcare Trainee at its Edmondson Park campus to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education. You will work with a passionate team to deliver engaging programs and hands-on learning experiences that support children’s growth.

Responsibilities include supporting educators, building relationships with children and families, maintaining a safe environment, and actively participating in development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Strong willingness to learn and grow in a supportive team environment.
• Great communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, team‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to embrace fun, creativity and curiosity in your work.
• Strong understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting.
• Ability to identify and respond to risks to children’s safety.
• Completed Foundations of Child Safety training (or willing to complete prior to commencement).
• Successful applicants will hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Responsibilities

• Learn how to support educators in delivering fun and engaging learning experiences.
• Build warm relationships with children, families, and your team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
• Actively participate in learning opportunities.
• Contribute to a culture of fun, collaboration, and curiosity.
• Ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of all children is prioritised.
• Actively supervise children and monitor risks in the environment.
• Report any concerns or incidents per service policies.

Skills

Passion for children

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Team mindset

Creativity & curiosity

Child protection knowledge

WWCC compliant

Foundations of Child Safety training

Job description

The Grove Academy is seeking a Childcare Trainee at its Edmondson Park campus to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education. You will work with a passionate team to deliver engaging programs and hands-on learning experiences that support children’s growth.

Responsibilities include supporting educators, building relationships with children and families, maintaining a safe environment, and actively participating in development opportunities.