Early Childhood Educator Career Starter

23 hours ago


East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Affinity Education Full time

Welcome to the Affinity Education Trainee Educator Program, where you can launch your early childhood education career.

About Us

At Affinity Education, we're committed to realising the potential in everyone - from children to educators, managers to our centre support office team. We strive to deliver a lifelong learning approach, resulting in quality early education and care.

We believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility, and we promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm.

Job Description

This fixed-term position offers you the opportunity to work as a Trainee Educator while studying to earn your Certificate III in ECE. You'll be part of a national company that recognises and rewards great team members.

  • You will support our Lead Educator/Educational Leader in delivering excellence in early childhood education and care.
  • You will be coached and mentored by our industry-leading development coaches, progressing through your career pathway towards becoming a fully qualified educator.
About You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

  • A current Working with Children check or the ability to obtain it.
  • Access to transport to and from the centre.
  • The willingness to commence in a Traineeship through the Affinity Learning Academy.
Benefits

As an employee of Affinity Education, you'll enjoy:

  • Earn while you learn and work towards a career in childcare.
  • Access to the Affinity Learning Academy for Cert III to Diploma and Leadership & Management courses.
  • 50% discount on childcare gap fees from your first day.
  • 30% discount on 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
  • Scholarships available if you wish to further your career and study towards your Diploma or Bachelor.

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer, committed to responding to every applicant. Our mission is to provide a values-led organisation with incredible people making a genuine difference. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team



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