Early Childhood Trainee Educator (Diploma)

Diploma trainee will study a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care - CHC50121

4x Temporary Fulltime, 38 hours, 5 days per week - 24 Months

Salary: T2 -T4 $29,461.68 to $40,512.42 + 11.5% super
Closing Date: 14 April 2025

About Us:

Liverpool City Council owns and operates six Early Education and Care Centres and two Preschools across our LGA.  Our educators take pride in their profession with all services being rated as “Exceeding National Quality Standards” for several years.  Our teams value a positive, inclusive, motivating, and collaborative workplace culture.  This role is key in leading the team and providing an environment centred around enquiry-based learning, where children can thrive in their most formative years.

About the Role:

Early Childhood Educators have a lifelong impact on children and their families! If you are interested in commencing a rewarding career in Early Childhood, then this is the position for you!

We are seeking self-motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our educating team as a Diploma Trainee Early Childhood Educator. You will be working with a team of exceptional Educators to provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for all children attending the centre.

The traineeship is for a period of 2 years which will include a blend of workplace learning and formal training to gain a Diploma of Early Education and Care through the registered training organisation, TAFE NSW. The traineeship gives those wishing to commence a career in Early Childhood Education an opportunity to gain valuable skills and knowledge in high quality services that exceed National Quality Standards. You will be able to learn in a supportive workplace ensuring you are equipped with the skills and knowledge to advance in your new career. 

To be able to apply for the position you must be a minimum of 16 years of age (Legislative Requirement). Candidates should already have completed Certificate III in Childcare (CHC30121 or CHC30113).

The successful applicant will have:

• A strong interest in early childhood education
• Relevant work experience
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience and ability to work as a team player in a multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of customer focused service.
• Experience in communicating and interacting effectively with children, parents and staff
• Current First Aid Certificate

This position is subject to a working with children check and prohibited persons are not eligible to apply – please provide your current working with children check verification number. 

Benefits of working with us

• Learn through TAFE NSW, one of Australia's leading training providers.
• Gain practical knowledge that you can implement in the workplace.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to support career progression.
• Be a part of a large organisation, giving you opportunities to meet new people and learn about local government.
• Comprehensive induction.
• Regularly meet with likeminded trainees through the trainee learning community.
• Be supported by a dedicated workplace mentor.
• Be part of a team who thrives off collaboration and values your ideas!
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including, leave, free counselling, and gym subsidy.
• Beautiful, nature-based learning environments that support enquiry-based learning.

For further information about the position please contact Luke Chesworth, Volunteer and Foundational Roles Coordinator/Convenor at chesworthl@liverpool.nsw.gov.au

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

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Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For Temporary positions, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia.