- Modern, purpose built centre + inclusive, supportive team & leadership
- Get mentored by our experienced centre management to implement/develop programs
- Career progression opportunities after completing the traineeship
Are you looking to start your Early Childhood Education career? This is an entry level position, no prior experience necessary!
Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.
Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.
Our
Shellharbour centre is a purpose-built service, and we are looking for a motivated
Trainee Early Childhood Educator to join our team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to
earn while you learn, gain practical experience working with children aged 0-5, and work towards your
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Why Join Us?
- We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program. Eligible team members at Little Zak's Academy now receive an additional 15% on top of award rates. The Australian Government announced that the Worker Retention Payment program would be extended until 30 June 2028, continuing to support wage increases for eligible early childhood educators. Little Zak's Academy was one of the first approved providers nationally to participate in this initiative, ensuring our team could access these additional benefits from the commencement of the program.
- Rotating rosters to support work life balance
- Paid traineeship with remuneration in line with the applicable award
- Up to 50 percent staff childcare discount
- Paid wellbeing day each year for permanent staff (after 12 months)
- Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to $50 per month (gym, pool, wellness memberships)
- $1,000 employee referral bonus for each successful referral
- Employee Assistance Program via Sonder, offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support
- Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided
- Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training
- Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters
- Study support through Pay for Progression, including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs apply)
- Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities
About the role:
As a Trainee Educator, you will learn from experienced educators while developing the knowledge and skills required to build a successful career in early childhood education.
You will:
- Work towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Gain practical experience working with children aged 0-5
- Build positive and nurturing relationships with children
- Assist with the implementation of educational programs under the guidance of experienced educators
- Support play-based learning and children's development
- Assist with maintaining a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment
- Develop your understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework
- Work collaboratively with educators, families and the wider centre team
- Participate in training, professional development and mentoring
- Learn about child safety, health, wellbeing and early childhood regulations
- Complete your study requirements within the expected timeframe
What we are looking for:
You do
not need previous childcare experience. We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about working with children
- Reliable, trustworthy and positive
- Willing to learn and develop new skills
- A team player who enjoys working with others
- Caring, patient and nurturing
- Committed to building a career in Early Childhood Education
- Willing to study towards a Certificate III
- Committed to Little Zak's values and culture
You must:
- Be at least 18 years of age on commencement
- Hold a current Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain one
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment
Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a
rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.
By applying for a role with Little Zak’s Academy, you acknowledge and agree to
undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process.
We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you then, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call 0485 982 484 for more information.
