Trainee Diploma Trained Educator

2 weeks ago

Orange, Australia Orange City Council Full time $40,000 - $80,000 per year

Weekly Hours: 38
Weekly Salary: $ $ dependant on level of education and time out of school)

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work on Council's website)

Be paid to study In line with Council's Educational Assistance Policy you will be eligible for dedicated study time

Forget about course fees As a Council Trainee we will cover the course fees associated with the successful completion of your subjects

Enjoy our flexible work arrangements. As part of your employment with Council you will be eligible for a rostered day off every 4 weeks

Orange City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that is dedicated to respecting children and young people. We prioritise their voices and views and we are committed to taking proactive measures to keep children safe at all times.

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

About the role

This role is designed to undertake training through a Traineeship agreement, and work with a team to assist in the provision of a safe, stimulating, healthy and caring education and care service which fosters and maximizes each child's individual development potential. You will do this by working with a team in the provision of an education and care service in line with the approved plan. You will also be enrolled and must complete a Diploma of Education and Care over the course of two years.

This position will be based at Council's Occasional Care service and our Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) services. The Occasional Care/OSHC traineeship will give you experience with both under school age children and school aged children, while the Courallie traineeship will build specialist knowledge for ages 0-5 years old.

So what do you need?

  • An understanding of children and their needs, and an interest in the education and care industry
  • Ability to successfully enrol and complete a Diploma of Education and Care
  • Working with Children Check Clearance (or ability to obtain before starting)
  • Ability to maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check

If you are interested, please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Senior Children's Services Coordinator, Megan Dawson, on

Applications close Sunday 13 July 2025

Please note:

  • This is a temporary traineeship. This position will last 3 years (with the option to be signed off earlier pending completion of TAFE and meeting practical requirements).
  • Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.

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