Sutherland Shire Council

Early Childhood Educator – Certificate III Trainee

Early Childhood Educator - Certificate III Trainee - Opportunities for 2025.

• Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing high-quality education and care for children aged birth to school age.
• Receive hands-on training and professional development opportunities as you work towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Play a crucial role in fostering children's development through engaging and inclusive learning experiences.

Position Overview

As an Early Childhood Educator Certificate III Trainee, you will work towards obtaining your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification while providing support in the delivery of educational programs and activities for children.

You will assist in maintaining regulatory compliance, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, and actively contributing to the implementation of high-quality early learning programs.

Who We Are Looking For

While prior experience with children is desirable, we welcome candidates with a willingness to learn and grow in this role. 

• A current NSW Working with Children Check Clearance.
• Must be eligible to engage in a NSW Traineeship program (Government funded).
• Ability to enrol and progress through the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification.
• Effective communication skills and a positive attitude

We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about early childhood education and dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply!

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Applicants will be contacted as opportunities arise.
• Package: $41,771.60 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Temporary (19 months) Full-Time, 38 hours per week, 19 day month. Applicants must be able to work a range of shifts from 6.45am – 6.15pm Monday - Friday.  
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Barbara Zhand, Team Leader Workforce, bzahnd@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, jjohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.