Traineeship Early Childhood Worker

2 weeks ago

The Basin, Victoria, Australia ECTARC Full time

Position Number

  • 14/23

Location

  • ECTARC The Basin Education and Care Service
  • Sanctuary Point

Status

  • Full time, Fixed term 18 months

Closing Date

  • 12/05/2023

About the Service

  • ECTARC The Basin is a 40place multifunction service offering both preschool and long day care programs for children from 2 years to school age. _
  • We promote and provide daily opportunities for children to learn through play, to explore, be creative, investigate, problem solve, practise skills and be challenged. We believe strongly in building genuine relationships with families as the most important step in teaching any child. We promote and respect all cultures and family groups. Located in Yuin nation, we have a strong Aboriginal culture focus._
  • We have a strong connection with Sanctuary Point school. Our children participate in transition to school visits to give children an effective transition from early childhood education to school education and familiarise children with the classrooms and the school environment._
  • We are an Early Start Centre, linked with Wollongong University, who provide our educators with up to date professional development and the latest research regarding early childhood education_

About the Role


ECTARC The Basin is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic trainee who is looking to start their career in early childhood education.

During the 18-month traineeship you will gain valuable knowledge and experience whilst working and studying alongside our qualified and supportive educators to complete your Certificate III in Early Education and Care.

ECTARC is also a registered training organisation.

We have Training and Development Officers who also support you to gain the skills and experience you'll need to be able to work at your very best in our service.

Once you complete your Certificate III qualification, we can provide you with real job opportunities in the future.

Originally known as Illawarra Area Child Care (IACC) our organisation was incorporated in October 1985 and have a proud history of providing optimum education and training services


We have a professional, experienced leadership team at our head office who support and resource our ECTARC services to strengthen quality learning and education programs.

ECTARC is committed to providing optimum work environments for staff with ongoing professional development opportunities.

ECTARC is committed to being a child safe organisation.

We understand that the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount, we aim to provide environments where all children feel safe and are safe.

ECTARC has policies and systems to protect children, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously.

ECTARC is proudly a not-for-profit organisation, that successfully manages education and care services in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven.

Our specialist early childhood knowledge, extensive experience and commitment to early education and care for children is why we are a respected leader in the sector.

We live by our vision of enriching the futures for the children, families, students and our communities.


We have a professional, experienced leadership team at our head office who support and resource our ECTARC services to strengthen quality learning and education programs.

ECTARC is committed to providing optimum work environments for staff with ongoing professional development opportunities.

ECTARC is committed to being a child safe organisation.

We understand that the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount, we aim to provide environments where all children feel safe and are safe.

ECTARC has policies and systems to protect children, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously.

Essential Criteria:

  • Age 18 years or over
  • A genuine interest in working with young children
  • A commitment to undertaking the practical and theoretical components of the program
  • A current Working with Children Check clearance number (or be willing to obtain)

Desirable Criteria:

  • Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID00
  • Provide emergency First Aid in an education and care setting)
  • ECTARC employees are vaccinated for COVID19 and are strongly encouraged to obtain an available booster dose as they become available

Next Steps


At ECTARC we pay highly competitive salaries above the award rate in accordance with the policies and procedures of ECTARC.

Course fees are covered

A bonus $ paid to you every six months throughout your traineeship

Three hours paid study time off the floor each week


Mentoring and support from a dedicated Educator in your team and trainee study groups with an experienced Early Childhood Coordinator.

We have a comprehensive induction process and a dedicated wellbeing program to support you and your family.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and probity checks.

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