Trainee Early Childhood Educator | Certificate III Traineeship

Little Zak's Academy; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage top-up 15%

Childcare discount 50%

Wellbeing day

Wellness allowance

Referral bonus

Assistance program

Job summary

Little Zak's Academy is seeking a Trainee Early Childhood Educator at our Mount Hutton centre. This entry-level traineeship offers hands-on experience with children aged 0–5 while you study for the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

No prior experience is required, and you will be mentored by experienced educators in a supportive, nurturing environment. You will join a team dedicated to high-quality care, engaging learning activities, and strong families partnerships, with

Qualifications

• No prior experience required for entry-level role in early childhood education.
• Opportunity to earn while you learn and work toward qualification.

Responsibilities

• Learn from experienced educators and gain practical skills in caring for children aged 0–5.
• Work towards and complete the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children and support play-based learning.

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Traineeship

Job description

Trainee Early Childhood Educator | Certificate III Traineeship

Are you looking to start your Early Childhood Education career? This is an entry level position, no prior experience necessary! Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.

Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.

Our Mount Hutton centre is a purpose-built service, and we are looking for a motivated Trainee Early Childhood Educator to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gain practical experience working with children aged 0-5, and work towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Why Join Us?

• We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program. Eligible team members at Little Zak's Academy now receive an additional 15% on top of award rates. The Australian Government announced that the Worker Retention Payment program would be extended until 30 June 2028, continuing to support wage increases for eligible early childhood educators.Little Zak's Academy was one of the first approved providers nationally to participate in this initiative, ensuring our team could access these additional benefits from the commencement of the program.
• Rotating rosters to support work life balance
• Paid traineeship with remuneration in line with the applicable award
• Up to50 percent staff childcare discount
• Paidwellbeing dayeach year for permanent staff (after 12 months)
• Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to$50 per month(gym, pool, wellness memberships)
• $1,000 employee referral bonusfor each successful referral
• Employee Assistance Program viaSonder, offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support
• Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided
• Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training
• Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters
• Study support throughPay for Progression, including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs apply)
• Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities

About the role:

As a Trainee Educator, you will learn from experienced educators while developing the knowledge and skills required to build a successful career in early childhood education.

• Work towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Gain practical experience working with children aged 0-5
• Build positive and nurturing relationships with children
• Assist with the implementation of educational programs under the guidance of experienced educators
• Support play-based learning and children's development