Entry level Child Care Educator

24 hours ago

Sutherland Shire, Australia Sutherland Child Care Centre Pty Ltd Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Learn. Play. Grow. Your Career Starts Here — Certificate III Trainee Educator Position at Sutherland Child Care Centre, January 2026 start.

Sutherland Child Care Centre is offering a full-time Certificate III Traineeship for someone who is passionate about working with children and excited to learn from experienced educators in a nurturing and professional environment. You'll receive above award wage while completing your nationally recognised qualification, with paid study time, individual mentoring, and ongoing career pathways.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At SCCC, you're not just a trainee — you're a valued part of a collaborative, creative and child-centred team.

  • Exceeding-rated service (under the National Quality Standard)
  • True play-based, child-led curriculum grounded in respect and relationships
  • Strong family partnerships and community involvement
  • Paid, on-the-job training & course support

  • Dedicated mentor educator for 1:1 learning

  • Access to professional development & progression into Diploma

  • Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments

We believe in growing great educators — and that starts with supporting you from day one.

What You'll Learn as a Trainee

With the support of your team, you will learn to:

  • Build secure, trusting relationships with children aged 2–6
  • Facilitate quality play experiences that support learning and development
  • Help create inviting environments that nurture curiosity and agency
  • Support routines including mealtimes, rest, transitions and group play
  • Understand and apply the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
  • Work closely with families as co-partners in each child's learning
  • Contribute to documentation, reflection and intentional teaching practices

Who We're Looking For

You do not need previous childcare experience — just a genuine interest in children and learning. We'd love to hear from you if you are:

  • Caring, patient and enthusiastic
  • Willing to learn and committed to completing your qualification
  • A great communicator and team player
  • Reliable, proactive and curious about early childhood development
  • Eligible to work full time in Australia
  • Able to obtain a Working With Children Check

Government traineeship requirement: You must not already hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care.

About Sutherland Child Care Centre

SCCC is a long-standing, community-minded early learning service with a strong reputation for high-quality, inclusive education. We value relationships, cultural safety and belonging — not just for children, but for our educators and families too. We proudly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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