Trainee Educator

Guardian Early Learning Group; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

15% Government Funded Wage Increase

Job summary

Guardian Bentleigh East is an Exceeding-rated centre offering beautiful learning environments and an experienced, passionate team.

Guardian Bentleigh East is a place people love to be. Join Guardian Childcare & Education as a full-time Educator in Bentleigh East to nurture children, build strong relationships with families, and bring our To Be Me learning programs to life in a collaborative, rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of the national mandatory Child Protection training via the GECCKO platform
• Working towards cert 3 in early childhood education and care
• Availability to work between from 7am- 6pm, Monday to Friday, with a rotating roster
• Current Working with Children Check

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and your team
• Turn everyday moments into learning adventures
• Celebrate each children’s growth and achievements
• Bring our unique To Be Me learning programs to life
• Keep growing while you help others grow - you’ll have heaps of learning opportunities.

Education

Working towards cert 3 in early childhood education and care

Child Protection Certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Want to be part of something special in early learning? Come and work with us at Guardian Bentleigh East!

We’re on the lookout for someone fun, caring, and ready to make a real impact as a full-time Educator. If you’re creative, and want to make each day exciting for young children, we think you’ll fit right in.

Be part of a great team where no two days are the same.

Our Centre is rating Exceeding

What’s in it for you?

Be part of a strong team with by an amazing Centre Manager, and work your magic to:

• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and your team
• Turn everyday moments into learning adventures
• Celebrate each children’s growth and achievements
• Bring our unique To Be Me learning programs to life
• Keep growing while you help others grow - you’ll have heaps of learning opportunities.

Why Guardian?

We don’t just talk about great opportunities; we give them to you.

• Enjoy smooth-running rooms with our Thrive program
• Opportunities to take your career to the next level
• Work in amazing environments every day
• Enjoy above award pay, great perks and a culture of reward & recognition
• Benefit from the 15% Government Funded Wage Increase

Here’s what you’ll bring:

• Completion of the national mandatory Child Protection training via the GECCKO platform
• Working towards cert 3 in early childhood education and care
• Availability to work between from 7am- 6pm, Monday to Friday, with a rotating roster
• Current Working with Children Check

Ideal to have:

• Child Protection Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate
• Over 2-3 years of experience in the early childhood education sector

The Centre:

Guardian Bentleigh East is an Exceeding-rated centre offering beautiful learning environments and an experienced, passionate team.

Guardian is a place people love to be.Work with a team that’s as awesome as you –

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.

*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.