Trainee Educator

Affinity Education Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Affinity Learning Academy

Mentoring from coaches

220 centres nationwide

Fixed-term employment

15 hours per week

Childcare gap fees 50%

Health club discounts 30%

Internal promotions

Diploma scholarship

Job summary

Affinity Education Group is offering a Trainee Educator opportunity at Milestones Jimboomba, enabling you to earn an income while studying towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. As a Trainee Educator, you will learn on the job, be mentored by experienced educators, develop classroom skills, and help create engaging learning environments while you complete your qualification.

Join Affinity Learning Academy and grow within a national network of centres, with mentoring and

Responsibilities

• Learn on the job while studying towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Work alongside experienced educators and leaders who will mentor and support your professional growth
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and your team
• Help create engaging learning environments where children can thrive

Job description

Trainee Educator | Earn While You Learn

Centre Name- Milestones Jimboomba

Ready to start a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference in children's lives every day?

At Milestones Jimboomba, we're passionate about creating pathways into the early childhood sector. Through Affinity Education Group's Trainee Educator Program, you can gain hands-on experience in a supportive and nurturing environment while studying towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

This is the perfect opportunity for individuals who are eager to begin a meaningful career, earn an income while studying, and learn from experienced educators who are committed to helping you succeed.

About the Opportunity

As a Trainee Educator, you'll be supported every step of the way as you develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to become a qualified Early Childhood Educator.

You'll:

• Learn on the job while studying towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Work alongside experienced educators and leaders who will mentor and support your professional growth
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and your team
• Help create engaging learning environments where children can thrive
• Be part of a national organisation that values and invests in its people

About You

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who:

• Have a genuine passion for working with children
• Hold a current Working with Children Check (or are willing to obtain one)
• Have reliable transport to and from the centre
• Are committed to completing a traineeship through the Affinity Learning Academy
• Bring a positive attitude and eagerness to learn

No previous experience in early childhood education is required. If you have the right attitude and passion, we'll provide the training and support.

Why Join Affinity?

At Affinity Education Group, our mission is simple: to realise the potential in everyone.

From our children and families to our educators, leaders, and support teams, we're committed to helping people learn, grow, and thrive.

When you join us, you'll enjoy:

Affinity Advantages

• Earn while you learn with a nationally recognised qualification
• Access to the Affinity Learning Academy, offering career pathways from Certificate III through to Diploma, Leadership & Management qualifications, and industry-leading professional development
• Ongoing mentoring and support from dedicated Development Coaches
• Opportunities across our network of more than 220 centres nationwide
• Fixed‑term employment with Australia's fastest‑growing childcare group
• Minimum 15 hours per week
• 50% discount on childcare gap fees from your first day
• 30% discount on 12-month Goodlife Health Clubs or Fitness First memberships
• Professional development and career progression opportunities, with 80% of our leadership roles filled through internal promotions
• Scholarship opportunities to continue your studies towards a Diploma degree

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Affinity Education Group is a Child Safe Organisation, and the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority.

We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, respected, supported, and heard. We promote a culture of child safety and maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, harm, or neglect.

Applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or hold Australian Permanent Residency to be eligible for this position.