Educator / Trainee | Full-Time

Grace 4 Kids Early Learning Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Traineeship support

Professional development

Supportive team

Family-owned centre

Job summary

Grace 4 Kids Early Learning Centre in Merrylands, NSW, invites an enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator or trainee to join a warm, community-driven team dedicated to safety and wellbeing. You will deliver play-based learning, create an inclusive environment for 6 weeks to 6 years, and build strong relationships with children and families.

We offer full traineeship support, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative, family-owned centre.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or willingness to begin a traineeship.
• Experience in early learning or long day care (preferred but not essential).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Creativity and a passion for play-based learning.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• A genuine commitment to children's safety, wellbeing and development.
• Current First Aid, CPR and Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain these.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, play-based programs supporting learning and development.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
• Observe and document progress to inform individualised learning plans.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to uphold child-safe practices.
• Maintain compliance with regulations, policies and child-safe standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Time management

Safety commitment

Child safety

Education

Certificate III in ECE & Care

Job description

Grace 4 Kids Early Learning Centre – Merrylands NSW

Grace 4 Kids Early Learning Centre is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator or trainee to join our warm, community-focused team in Merrylands. We are committed to ensuring that children's safety, welfare and wellbeing are always our highest priority.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging, play-based programs that support children's learning and development
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years
• Observe and document children's progress to inform individualised learning plans
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team to uphold high-quality, child-safe practices
• Maintain compliance with all regulations, policies and child-safe standards

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or willingness to begin a traineeship (we will support you through your studies)
• Experience in early learning or long day care (preferred but not essential — we welcome motivated applicants who are new to the field)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Creativity and a passion for play-based learning
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• A genuine commitment to children's safety, wellbeing and development
• Current First Aid, CPR and Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain these

What We Offer

• Competitive pay in line with the Children's Services Award
• Full traineeship support — we will guide and mentor you through your Certificate III studies
• Ongoing professional development and career growth pathways
• A warm, supportive and collaborative team culture
• A stable, family-owned centre with a strong sense of community in Merrylands

About Us

Grace 4 Kids is a family-owned, community-driven early learning centre proudly serving the Merrylands community. Our educators are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can thrive.

If you’re an aspiring educator who puts children’s safety and wellbeing first and is ready to build a career in early childhood education — we’d love to hear from you.