Trainee Educator

7 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Ltd Full time

Goodstart is Australia’s largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.

**Role**: Trainee Educator

**Location**: Endeavour Hills

**Centre**: Goodstart Endeavour Hills - Hanna Drive

**Employment Type**: Fixed-Term Full-Time

**Pay**: $17 - $24 Per Hour
- Receive Fee-Free Training* - Goodstart will cover all related RTO enrolment and training fees
- Earn great (above award) pay and experience while working in our centres
- Have the opportunity for permanent employment when you complete your study

Traineeship Program at Goodstart Early Learning
Are you interested in building an exciting career that has a positive impact on Australian children? Do you want to join a team that continuously invests in your professional development and supports you to enjoy life outside of work?
Your Impact
As a Trainee Educator at Goodstart, you will be dedicated to giving children the best possible start to their school journey. With the support of your Centre Leadership Team, Teachers, and Educators, you will be empowered to forge your career whilst working towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.

**You will achieve this by**:

- Maintaining a safe environment for children, families, and team members
- Complying with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures and Requirements
- Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and families
- Actively contributing to the education program in the room and the centre team
- Supporting a culture of reflective practice and ongoing continuous improvement
- Contributing to a professional and positive work culture

To be eligible for a Traineeship you must hold appropriate work rights**
Talk to us today about your eligibility requirements

** In addition, you must have**:

- The willingness and motivation to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care
- Appropriate Australian work rights
- Strong communication skills
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Ability to work well individually and as part of a team
- Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
- Flexible availability
- Interest in early years education
- Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain one)
- Ability to meet our immunisation requirements

About Goodstart Endeavour Hills - Hanna Drive
- Centre Director with over 18 years of industry experience
- Located in a quiet residential area conveniently close to shops, schools, and public transport
- Team of experienced, passionate, and highly qualified Educators

Why choose Goodstart?
Funded qualification - Goodstart will fund your Certificate III qualification* Better pay - you will receive an above award pay rate between $17-$24 per hour
Study time and professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
‍ ️ Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
✈️ Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
Retail and childcare discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology, and get up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees
Uniform allowance and employee referral program
Security and stability - as Australia's largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families

How to apply

Supporting our people and protecting our children
We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
- for eligible traineeship training contracts
- an Australian citizen or a person granted permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen who entered Australia on a valid passport (the Australian Government requires that they have been a resident in Australia for more than 6 months). Visa Holders must be able to work AND study in Australia and the duration of the traineeship must match the length of the Visa.

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