Role: Trainee Educator Location: Gladstone QLD 4680, home of the Bailai, Gurang, Gooreng Gooreng and Taribelang Bunda Peoples Centre: Goodstart Employment Type: Part Time minimum 30 hours per week, 18 month fixed term contract Pay: $18.38 to $27.01 + Superannuation + Benefits Receive Fee Free Training* – Goodstart will cover your qualification enrolment fees Earn great (above award) pay and experience while working in our centres Have the opportunity for permanent employment when you complete your study As a Trainee Educator at Goodstart, you'll play a crucial role in giving children the best possible start in life.
With the support of your Centre Leadership Team, Teachers, and fellow Educators, you'll be empowered to grow and succeed while working towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care.
You will achieve this by: Maintaining a safe environment for children, families, and team members Complying with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures and Requirements Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and families Actively contributing to the education program in the room and the centre team Supporting a culture of reflective practice and ongoing continuous improvement Contributing to a professional and positive work culture To be eligible for a Traineeship you must hold appropriate work rights ** Talk to us today about your eligibility requirements!
In addition, you must have: The willingness and motivation to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care Appropriate Australian work rights Strong communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Ability to work well individually and as part of a team Enthusiasm and a positive attitude Flexible availability Interest in early years education Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain one) Ability to meet our immunisation requirements Why choose Goodstart?
Funded qualification – Goodstart will fund your Certificate III qualification* Better pay – you will receive an above award pay rate between $18.38 - $27.01 per hour Study time and professional development Up to 50% discount off your childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year Free annual flu shot (optional) Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance First Nations Support and Cultural Leave Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology Uniform allowance and employee referral program How to apply Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application.
We review applications as they are submitted.
We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions – for further information and support, email ****** Have a question?
Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email ****** Supporting our people and protecting our children We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment.
We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow.
We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm.
As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
* for eligible traineeship training contracts ** an Australian citizen or a person granted permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen who entered Australia on a valid passport (the Australian Government requires that they have been a resident in Australia for more than 6 months).
Visa Holders must be able to work AND study in Australia and the duration of the traineeship must match the length of the Visa.
YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/qwn2ggxks-I Posting Notes: NEW AUCKLAND, GLADSTONE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Full-Time
