Early Childhood Educator - Traineeship

About the role
The City of Greater Geelong has three (3) Traineeship opportunities available in our Early Childhood Education centres. These opportunities are for a 12 month period, with the possibility of ongoing employment on the completion of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education. Trainees will be supported to enrol with The Gordon TAFE through the City’s partnership.

The opportunities are as follows –

• City Learning & Care – Ariston (Newtown) – Part Time (Wed, Thurs, Fri – 8hrs per day)
• City Learning & Care Belmont – Full Time (Mon to Fri – 8hrs per day)
• Boorai Centre (Ocean Grove) – Part Time (Mon to Thur – 8hrs per day)

Work type: Temporary Part Time / Full Time (12 month Traineeship)
Classification: Band 1D Commencing at $65,844 pa plus super (Pro Rata)

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in providing a safe, secure, hygienic, and inclusive environment for children.
• Learn and apply standard processes, systems, and tools used in early childhood education.
• Support qualified educators in ensuring each child can access and participate in the program, considering their background, interests, learning styles, strengths, and abilities.
• Assist room leaders and educators in the delivery of a play-based program and curriculum.
• Assist in observing children's learning and maintaining records under the supervision of a qualified educator.
• Complete required course work and assignments.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a genuine interest in working in the Childcare sector, with a friendly and outgoing personality. You will have good time management and planning skills and enjoy engaging with a diverse range of people

Essential Experience:

• Commitment to completing required training and work placement hours.
• Interest in working in early childhood education.
• Communication skills, including the ability to follow instructions, demonstrate good written and verbal skills, and have basic computer literacy.
• Ability to work, plan and manage time effectively.
• Ability to take direction and feedback from experienced educators to improve skills.   
• Preferred candidates will require a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and be willing to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now!

Child Safety Responsibilities 
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion 
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries
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Enquiries: Ashley Shaw – Talent Acquisition Partner | ashaw@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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