School Based Trainee Educator

Goodstart Early Learning; Westbrook; On-site; AUD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualification

Above award pay

Paid study time

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing days

Additional leave

Childcare discounts

Uniform allowance

Referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Middle Ridge is offering a School Based Trainee Educator role at 160 Spring Street, Middle Ridge. This fixed-term, part-time position is 8 hours per week, aimed at supporting children’s early schooling and progressing toward a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.

You will work under Centre Leadership, foster safe environments, build relationships with children and families, and contribute to the education program while studying.

Qualifications

• Must study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.
• Permanent right to work in Australia.
• Strong communication skills and time management.
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Flexible availability and Enthusiasm for early years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment for children, families and team members.
• Comply with NQS and Goodstart policies and requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with children and families.
• Contribute to the education program in the room and centre team.
• Support reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a professional and positive work culture.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Interest in childcare

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care

Working with Children Check

National Child Safety Foundation Training (Geccko)

Job description

Role: School Based Trainee Educator

Location: 160 Spring Street, Middle Ridge, 4350, QLD - Giable, Jarowair and Western Wakka Wakka Lands

Centre: Goodstart Middle Ridge

Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part Time, 8 hours per week

Pay: $17.06 - $20.51 + Superannuation + Benefits

Traineeship Program at Goodstart Early Learning

Are you interested in building an exciting career that has a positive impact on Australian children? Do you want to join a team that continuously invests in your professional development and supports you to enjoy life outside of work?

Your Impact

As a School Based Trainee at Goodstart, you will be dedicated to giving children the best possible start to their school journey. With the support of your Centre Leadership Team, Teachers, and Educators, you will be empowered to forge your career whilst working towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.

You Will Achieve This By

• Maintaining a safe environment for children, families, and team members
• Complying with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures and Requirements
• Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and families
• Actively contributing to the education program in the room and the centre team
• Supporting a culture of reflective practice and ongoing continuous improvement
• Contributing to a professional and positive work culture

To be eligible for a Traineeship you are not able to hold a previous Certificate or Diploma qualification completed outside of secondary school in the last 7 years. Applicants who have completed a school-based certificateother than in childcare will still be eligible.

In Addition, You Must Have

• The willingness and motivation to study towards aCertificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care
• A permanent right to work in Australia
• Strong communication skills
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Flexible availability
• Interest in early years education
• Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain one)
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform
• Proof of immunisation against Measles, Mumps and RubellaandWhooping Cough (Pertussis) (or be willing to receive)

Why choose Goodstart?

• Fully funded qualification – Goodstart will fund your Certificate III qualification
• Better pay – you will receive an above award pay rate - $15.22 to $18.19 per hour
• Paid study time and professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
• Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
• Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
• Retail and childcare discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology, and get up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program
• Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider ofearly learning and care and a not-for-profitsocial enterprise, we exist purely to improvethe lives of Australia’s children and their families

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.