Trainee

G8 Education; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award wages

First Aid & CPR paid annually

50% discount on early education fees

Team member benefits & discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

G8 Education offers a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care traineeship across its 400+ Australian locations. Join a program designed to transform aspiring educators into foundational early childhood professionals, with paid study time and access to study pathways support.

You will learn through hands-on practice, mentoring, and observation within our centres, gaining experience while you pursue formal qualifications and a long-term career in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• The willingness to make life-long impact to inspire future generations.
• Motivation to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.
• Ability to gain a Working with Children Check.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly and energetic.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to provide quality education and care.
• Observe and document children’s learning and development.
• Assist in the day-to-day operation of the room and support educators.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Friendly and energetic

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care

Job description

Nurturing the greatness in every child - and in you.

At G8 Education our team members across our 400+ locations within Australia are making a difference in the lives of children and their families. With a passion for delivering quality early childhood education and care, we focus on compassion, dedication, integrity, and innovation to help us achieve our potential. We believe in giving the next generation of educators the best possible start to their career, through our Study Pathways Program.

We are seeking passionate and committed individuals to join our rewarding traineeship program in the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Graduates from our program don’t just complete their qualification, they emerge with all the knowledge and experience needed to commence a meaningful career as an early childhood professional.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive wages for Certificate III Trainee Educators.
• Fee Free Training – G8 Education will cover all enrolment and training fees.
• Engagement with trusted and leading training organisations and access to a dedicated G8 Study Pathways Support Team.
• Paid, rostered study time in the workplace – up to 1 full day per month.

As an Educator in Training, you will work as part of a team to provide quality education and care while observing the policies, procedures, values and philosophies of G8 centres. You will support children in their development and physical care whilst learning about practice through nurturing relationships and positive interactions. As a valued member of the team, you will support educators to observe and document children’s learning and development and assist in the day-to-day operation of the room. Whether it’s your first career choice or a change in careers, it’s the drive to learn, grow and ultimately build a career nurturing a love of learning for children in their early years that matters.

What we need from you:

• The willingness to make life-long impact to inspire future generations
• The motivation to study towards aCertificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care
• The ability to gain a Working with Children Check
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Friendly and energetic

Team member benefits we will provide you with:

• Above Award wages with a recent increase
• First Aid & CPR paid for annually
• Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
• Access to team member benefits and discounts including hotels, health insurance, gym memberships, and theme park admissions
• Counselling for team members and their families through Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Future opportunities to grow your career through our Diploma and Bachelor Scholarship programs

United by purpose. Guided by values.

At G8 Education, we’re proud to celebrate, support, and inspire our 10,000+ team members as they make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their own.

Driven by our purpose “to nurture the greatness in every child to grow, thrive and learn” and guided by our values, we’re shaping bright futures for children, families, communities, and each other.

Our values:

Safety First & Always, Thriving Together, Owning the Outcome, Being the Difference, Building Bright Futures.

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process includes police checks and verification of qualifications and right-to-work status.