Childcare Trainee

About Us:

The Cottage on Kerrs is a boutique centre with over twenty years of experience providing exceptional early childhood education and care.

We are dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children and are seeking a passionate and dedicated trainee to join our team.

Position Overview:

The Cottage on Kerrs is offering a full-time traineeship for an enthusiastic applicant who wants to start a career in Early Learning and Education.

The successful applicant will study a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care fully paid for while being trained on the job.

The Traineeship involves working full time (Monday-Friday) each week, while studying a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care over a 2 year period (maximum contract timeframe).

On-the-job training and study time is provided during the Traineeship contract.

Benefits:

• Positive working environments with a team that shares your dedication and passion.
• On the Job Training and Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Study time is given during your working hours.
• A 5 minute walk from Lidcombe station.
• A current Working with Children Check (preferred).
• Motivation to study your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• A genuine passion for working with children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fastpaced environment.
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of care and education.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lidcombe NSW 2141: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
One location

How to Apply:

If you are enthusiastic about kick-starting your career in early childhood education and care and meet the qualifications mentioned above, we encourage you to apply Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in this trainee position at The Cottage on Kerrs.

Job Types:
Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay:
$ $38.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating roster
• Shift work

Licence/Certification:

• Working with Children Check (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

Application Deadline: 26/05/2024

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