Oshc Educator - Impactful Child Care & Pd Opportunities

Elmo; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Flexible shifts

Career growth opportunities

Discounts & cash backs

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

UnitingCare Galston Early Learning Centre in Sydney is offering a full-time Traineeship in Early Learning. This role lets you study while gaining practical experience in a nurturing setting that values each child’s individuality.

You will learn to provide quality education and care to children from birth to five, supporting outcomes under national standards. A range of shifts, salary packaging benefits, and wellbeing programs are provided to help you grow.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive relationships with children, families and community.
• Facilitate play-based learning environments that respond to children's interests and abilities.
• Commit to studying while working in a rewarding environment.

Job description

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a person who would like to start a career in Early Learning. This full time Traineeship allows you to study while gaining valuable experience in the field. If you are committed and enthusiastic about learning and developing your experience in a rewarding area like Early Learning then we want to hear from you!

About the Service

At UnitingCare Galston Early Learning Centre, we support families by providing high-quality education and care for children from birth to five years, including a vibrant preschool program.

We value every child as a unique individual and create a warm, inclusive environment where learning, creativity and development are nurtured every day. Whether it’s through our nurturing approach for babies and toddlers or our inspiring school-readiness program, our team plays a vital role in helping each child thrive.

As part of our dedicated and supportive team, you’ll enjoy a meaningful career where your skills are valued, your ideas are welcomed, and your impact is lasting.

What you’ll be doing in this role

As a Trainee, you will be allowed to study while gaining valuable experience in the Early Learning field. You’ll learn to provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework!

Your work may include:

• Developing positive relationships that support children, their families and community.
• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities.
• Commitment to studying and learning while working in a rewarding environment

Who we’re looking for

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
• No previous qualifications of certificate 3 in Early Learning
• Be passionate about working with children of all ages.
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

What we offer you

• Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)
• A range of shifts to suit your lifestyle
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
• Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members

What to expect

• A National Police Check
• GECCKO National Child Protection Training Certificate
• Valid working with Children’s Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check