Trainee Educator - Early Learning Centre

About the role

Tall Tree Early Learning is seeking a warm, motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Educator for its Early Learning centre in Landsdale. The role suits someone starting a career in early childhood education while studying towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. You will work alongside experienced educators and mentors.

Key responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the room under the guidance of qualified educators.
• Assist in setting up learning experiences and keeping the environment safe and stimulating.
• Learn to observe and document children's learning, behaviours and interests.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families and team members.
• Help with routines such as meals, sleep times and transitions.
• Follow the direction of your mentor and room leaders while building knowledge and confidence.
• Work towards understanding the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Framework (NQF).
• Take part in staff meetings, professional development and internal training.

Required profile

• Genuine interest in working with young children and a desire to build a career in early childhood education.
• Willingness to enrol in (or already enrolled in) a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Proactive, caring and respectful attitude towards children, families and colleagues.
• Team player with good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• Reliable, professional and responsible.
• Available Monday to Friday within the centre's opening hours.
• Able to obtain a Working with Children Check and other compliance documents.

What we offer

• Above award wages.
• Ongoing mentoring from a Centre Manager, Assistant Manager and Educational Leader.
• Training and development opportunities, with internal career progression.
• Up to 95% off childcare gap fees (conditions apply).
• Staff appreciation budgets, a complimentary annual flu shot, gym membership discounts and a refer-a-friend program.