Childcare Trainee

**Are you looking to start your career in Early Childhood Education?**

**Convenient location opposite Beecroft Railway Station**

**Childcare Trainee - To obtain a Certificate III**

Smart Cookies Early Learning Centre is a family owned and operated service with almost 10 years’ experience in the industry. We are passionate about delivering high quality education guided by the Early Years Framework & National Quality Standards catering for children aged 1 to 6 years to ensure that individual development is being catered for, encouraged & enhanced.

At Smart Cookies we base our indoor & outdoor curriculum around children’s interest and family input. We believe that all children should have the opportunity to learn in a happy, safe, stimulating & inclusive environment that supports children’s agency & enhances their learning.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic childcare trainee to join our talented team in our new and exciting Beecroft location.

**Benefits**:

- Fully funded traineeship - paid employment while you study towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood
- Professional development & mentoring including paid training
- Supportive, experienced, and professional management team
- Childcare discounts for your own child/children if required
- Onsite parking and within walking distance to Beecroft train station

**About the Role**:

- Entry level position
- Study to obtain your Certificate III in Early Childhood while you work
- Gain experience educating, caring for, and supervising children
- Assist with the delivery of educational programs for all age groups
- Help set up and put away activities/resources for children including materials and supplies
- Assist with cleaning
- Assist with serving food to children
- Be at least 18 years of age or older
- Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
- A passion for developing children and a desire to succeed in the childcare industry
- Ability to work as part of a cohesive and supportive team environment, nurturing authentic connections with children & families
- A dedicated, trustworthy and reliable individual
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills

**If you are seeking a challenging and exciting new opportunity with an amazing organisation that can offer you great career development along with a supportive and inclusive management team, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ and send through your resume.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $13.00 - $19.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person