Trainee Educator | Thomastown
✨ Start your Journey. Grow your future. ✨
Journey Early Learning is looking for an enthusiastic and curious Trainee Educator to join our supportive, collaborative team. This is the perfect place to begin your career — where you’re encouraged to learn, grow and make a meaningful difference every day.
About the Centre
Join a team where every connection matters.
At Journey Early Learning Thomastown, you'll be part of a welcoming 80-place, two-level centre where quality education and children always come first. Our experienced, close-knit team has built a positive and supportive culture founded on respect, understanding, and genuine relationships.
With long-standing educators, strong partnerships with families, and a diverse community, you'll be joining a centre where everyone feels valued and supported. Children enjoy a nurturing learning environment, including a dedicated Nursery garden and regular excursions to local parks and cafés, helping them connect with their community through meaningful experiences.
If you're looking for a collaborative team that values positivity, celebrates diversity, and is passionate about making a difference every day, Thomastown is the perfect place to grow your career.
About the Role
This permanent part‑time opportunity (Mon–Fri) supports you while you complete your qualification. You’ll learn from experienced educators and help create safe, engaging environments for children.
You’ll be involved in:
✨ Supporting daily routines and learning experiences
✨ Building warm, trusting relationships
✨ Maintaining a clean and welcoming environment
✨ Participating in training and team collaboration
✨ Bringing curiosity, creativity and joy into every day
Why Journey?
Our four EVP pillars guide everything we do:
Trust & Belief | Support & Wellbeing | Growth & Development | Passion & Possibilities
You’ll enjoy:
Educator Workers Retention Payment (paid weekly!)
Anniversary Gifts
Paid Birthday Leave
Mental Health First Aid & EAP
Retail & lifestyle discounts
Excursions & community involvement
A team that supports your learning, wellbeing and future
About You
You’re eager to learn, proactive and passionate about working with children. You bring:
A genuine love for early childhood
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A positive, collaborative mindset
Creativity and curiosity
Commitment to your studies
A current Paid Working with Children Check
At Journey, you’ll find more than a role — you’ll find a place where you’re supported to grow , trusted to make a difference , and encouraged to explore your passion and possibilities .
If this sounds like you, apply now — your Journey begins here.
