Ready to start a rewarding career working with children?
At Milestones Westbrook, we're passionate about helping future educators build meaningful careers in early childhood education. Through Affinity Education's Trainee Educator Program, you'll gain hands-on experience in a supportive early learning environment while studying towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
This is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to learn on the job, be mentored by experienced educators, and make a genuine difference in the lives of children every day.
As a Trainee Educator, you'll:
Earn while you learn and work towards a nationally recognised qualification
Be supported by experienced educators and dedicated development coaches
Learn through real-life experiences in a welcoming and nurturing early learning environment
Build valuable skills and confidence while creating meaningful connections with children and families
Join a national organisation that celebrates, recognises and rewards its people
Every day will bring new opportunities to learn, grow and thrive as you begin your journey in early childhood education.
We're looking for someone who:
✔ Has a genuine passion for working with children
✔ Holds a current Working with Children Check (or can obtain one)
✔ Has reliable transport to and from the centre
✔ Is committed to commencing a Certificate III Traineeship through the Affinity Learning Academy
✔ Is eager to learn, grow and build a long-term career in early childhood education
No previous childcare experience is required. We will support you every step of the way.
At Affinity Education, we believe in investing in our people and creating career pathways that help you reach your full potential.
You'll enjoy:
- Fully supported Certificate III Traineeship
- Access to the Affinity Learning Academy with ongoing professional development opportunities
- Clear pathways from Certificate III through to Diploma, Leadership & Management and beyond
- Mentoring and guidance from industry experts, including Affinity's dedicated Education Advisor Team
- Opportunities across our network of more than 220 centres nationwide
- Fixed-term employment with Australia's fastest-growing early education provider
- Minimum 15 hours per week (20 hours per week in WA)
- 50% discount on childcare gap fees from your first day
- 30% discount on Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First memberships
- Internal career progression opportunities, with over 80% of leadership roles filled from within
- Scholarship pathways available for Diploma and Bachelor-level study
Our purpose is simple: to realise the potential in everyone.
From children and families to educators, leaders and support teams, we create opportunities for people to learn, develop and thrive. As our centres continue to grow, we're committed to delivering high-quality early education and care through a culture of lifelong learning and professional excellence.
Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority.
We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, respected and valued. We uphold the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, neglect and harm.
If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can earn, learn and build a rewarding future, we'd love to hear from you.
- Applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible for this position.
