Educator Traineeship

Guardian Childcare & Education; Black River; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid qualification

Career growth opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Competitive remuneration

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Guardian Childcare & Education is seeking a Trainee Educator in Australia to learn on the job while completing a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll work with experienced Educators and Teachers to gain practical experience and build confidence in early childhood settings.

You don’t need previous experience; you’ll be supported with mentoring, practical learning, and opportunities to grow within Guardian’s national network, while enjoying a caring workplace designed to inspire learning

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Willingness to learn and grow in early childhood.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to obtain a Working with Children Check if needed.

Responsibilities

• Create meaningful learning experiences for children.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and your team.
• Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• Gain practical experience while completing your qualification.
• Learn about child safety and early childhood best practice.

Skills

Genuine passion for children

Positive attitude

Strong communication

Reliability

Commitment to great experiences

Working with Children Check

Education

Willingness to complete Certificate III in ECEC

Job description

• Complete a paid qualification with clear career growth opportunities
• 15% Government Funded Wage Increase
• Access to wellbeing programs, recognition & rewards

Start your career with purpose. Learn while you earn. Make a real difference, every day.

Looking for a career where you can learn, grow and make a positive impact in children’s lives?

As a Trainee Educator at Guardian, you’ll have the opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining a nationally recognised qualification while working alongside experienced and passionate Educators and Teachers.

Whether you’re starting your first career, changing industries or returning to the workforce, you’ll gain hands‑on experience, build your confidence and develop the skills to grow into an exceptional early childhood professional.

We believe great careers are built through support, connection and opportunity. You’ll have access to practical learning, dedicated mentoring and ongoing development, with a team around you to help you thrive.

Because when you're supported and valued, children benefit too.

Why join Guardian?

• Earn while you complete a nationally recognised qualification
• Study for your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Receive dedicated mentoring and support throughout your learning journey
• Explore career pathways across Guardian’s national network
• Access our exclusive Thrive framework and To BE Me learning program
• Gain practical, on-the-job learning alongside experienced Educators and Teachers
• Work in high-quality environments designed to inspire learning and growth
• Access competitive remuneration, generous childcare discounts, wellbeing programs, recognition and rewards
• Opportunities to continue your career beyond your traineeship

The Opportunity

As a Trainee Educator, you’ll learn how to:

• Create meaningful learning experiences for children
• Build strong relationships with children, families and your team
• Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing
• Gain practical experience while completing your qualification
• Learn about child safety, educational programs and early childhood best practice
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture
• Grow your confidence, capability and professional skills every day

About You

You don’t need previous early childhood experience. We’re looking for people who bring:

• A genuine passion for working with children
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Reliability, initiative and enthusiasm
• A commitment to creating exceptional experiences for children and families
• A current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one

Child Safety at Guardian

Guardian Childcare & Education is committed to being a child safe organisation where children feel safe, valued and protected. We have zero tolerance for any form of harm to children and are dedicated to creating environments where every child can thrive.

As part of our commitment to child safety, all applicants will undergo rigorous screening and compliance checks, including a Working with Children Check and reference checks where applicable. We expect every team member to actively contribute to safeguarding children and always uphold Guardian’s child safe policies and practices.

Bring your curiosity. Bring your energy. Bring your future.