Trainee Educator

Explore your passion for Early Childcare Education and join our Guyra Preschool and Long Day Care Centre.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team at Guyra Preschool and Long Daycare Centre, as an Early Childcare Educator Trainee for a 12 month term. We want someone who has a passion for learning and a desire to develop their skills in early childhood education.

As a Trainee Early Childcare Educator, you will gain hands-on experience and complete your Certificate III in Early Childcare Education. You will work alongside our experienced Educators to learn how to plan and implement educational programs, that not only cater to the daily interests and developmental needs of the children, but helps foster growth, independence and inspires curiosity within the children.

As part of the Traineeship, you will have allocated Study time to complete your study and have the benefit of receiving the help and support of our qualified Educators, be paid while you learn!

About You

You are a highly motivated and creative individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for learning. With a keen interest in the early years childcare industry, you are always eager to expand your knowledge and skills. Your ability to learn quickly and listen effectively allows you to adapt to new challenges
and contribute meaningfully to any team. Using your friend, fun- loving attitude you’ll build lasting relationships with both the children in the centre and their families.

Council is focused on developing a strong culture by embedding values of wellbeing, inclusion, commitment and transparency into everything we do. This is at the heart of how we work. The right person for the job is able to live these values, call out others where they aren't

We are seeking candidates who are at least 18 years of age and possess a higher School Certificate or equivalent qualification. Candidates must also provide a current paid working with child check

We want to hear about you! So in your application, tell us about...

• Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
• What makes you the best person for the role?
• Your qualifications and experience relevant to the role.

Please note:

• Only the three questions above need to be addressed in your application, however your resume and cover letter will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the Position Description attached to this advertisement.
• You will also be required to attach PDF copies of your qualifications, tickets &/or accreditations to your application.

We want you to enjoy working at Armidale Regional Council as much as we do, so here’s what’s included:

• Salary in line with Local Government (State) Award
• Flexible working provisions and a 9-day fortnight
• Generous leave entitlements.

Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join the Waste team?

• If you would like further information on the role, please contact Felicity Williams, Preschool Coordinator/Nominated Supervisor on 0448 865 378 for a confidential discussion.
• Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
• Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. 

The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide
as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to.