Trainee Educator

Busy Bees Australia Employer Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher pay

Work‑life balance

Education & growth

Uniform & laundry allowance

Career progression

Job summary

Trainee Educator position at Busy Bees Australia Employer Pty Ltd in Brisbane is a hands-on opportunity to earn while you learn. You will support educators, participate in play-based learning and work toward a nationally recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.

We seek a motivated candidate with a commitment to child safety, basic communication skills and a positive, reliable attitude.

Qualifications

• Commitment to child safety and Busy Bees values.
• Enrolment in or completion of Certificate III or higher in ECEC.
• Ability to obtain WWVP/Working with Children Check for QLD.
• Basic communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude, reliability and strong work ethic.
• Previous experience with children is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support educators in delivering engaging, play-based learning aligned with EYLF.
• Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, nurturing environment for children.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and team members.
• Support daily routines, transitions and supervision of children.
• Contribute to maintaining high standards aligned with NQS.

Skills

Communication

Child safety commitment

WWVP eligibility

Reliability

Positive attitude

Experience with children

Education

Certificate III or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Trainee Educator | $29.57 per hour | [LOCATION] Busy Bees is a leading global early learning provider, offering high-quality education in nurturing, purpose-built centres where educators are supported to grow, lead and make a real difference in children’s lives, with over 130 centres across Australia and around 3,000 employees.

Our Bee Safe Commitment: Child safety is at the heart of everything we do and is embedded in our people, places and processes. Help us give every child the Best Start in Life.

We’re seeking a [motivated and enthusiastic] Trainee Educator to join our team at Busy Bees at [CENTRE], located at [ADDRESS], on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.

What you’ll do

• Support educators in delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for children
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
• Support daily routines, transitions, and supervision of children
• Contribute to maintaining high standards aligned with the National Quality Standards (NQS)

What you’ll bring

• A genuine commitment to child safety, speaking up, always doing the right thing, and alignment with Busy Bees values
• Willingness to enrol in or currently enrolled in a Certificate III or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Ability to obtain a valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Registration (WWVP) - Working with Children Check for [QLD. VIC, NSW, SA, WA]
• Basic communication skills and a willingness to learn and grow
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Previous experience with children (e.g., babysitting, volunteering) is advantageous but not essential

Why Busy Bees?

• Better pay
• Everyday balance
• Education for growth
• Support you can rely on
• 12.5% above-award pay, Retention Payments & everyday extras; uniform and laundry allowances included, so your take-home pay stays yours.
• Family-friendly benefits; 50% childcare gap-fee discounts for permanent staff, because your family should benefit too.
• Paid learning & development; First Aid, CPR & mandatory training covered, ongoing professional development, and access to our Busy Bees learning platform and ACCCO RTO pathways.
• Supportive leaders & inclusive teams; hands‑on leadership, strong tenure and a culture built on trust, respect and collaboration.
• Career pathways that grow with you; opportunities & training to progress from Educator to leadership, management and area roles.
• Wellbeing support that goes beyond work; free, confidential EAP access for you and your immediate family, when you need it most.

Employment is conditional on satisfactory, rigorous pre-employment checks (including WWVP-WWCC, ID, Qualifications, Gecko Training, Work Rights, NQAITS register/Prohibited Persons & References) and child safety training, reflecting our strong commitment to safeguarding, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be a child safe organisation, putting child safety at the heart of everything we do through our Bee Safe commitment.

Why Work for Busy Bees?

If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire. Whether you're embarking on the exciting journey of your early educational career or striving to advance to the next level, Busy Bees presents an ideal opportunity for you! We're actively searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who possess an authentic passion for Early Childhood Education and the well‑being of children, to fill a variety of roles across our Services and Support Office. Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might possess creativity, nurturance, a focus on tasks, or a knack for problem‑solving. However, at its core, your affinity for Early Childhood Education arises from a profound devotion to nurturing the educational growth of the youngest members within our communities. This resonates deeply with us, as our mission is to give every child the best start in life. We are driven to gather people who care deeply about quality and we empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our children. We value each member of our team and know that by supporting you in your journey you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs.