Traineeship – Early Childhood Educator

Interested in starting a career in early childhood education while earning and learning on the job?

Cooma School for Early Learning is seeking a motivated and hands-on Trainee Educator to join its early childhood team. This role is ideal for someone eager to begin a career in early education while contributing to a safe, positive and nurturing environment for children.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced educators, supporting the delivery of engaging, play-based learning experiences and actively participating in daily routines. This is an excellent opportunity to learn on the job while working towards a formal qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support educators in delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences
• Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Actively participate in daily routines with a “hands-on” approach
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and inclusive learning environment
• Supervise and engage with children during play, routines and transitions
• Follow all service policies and procedures, with a strong commitment to child-safe standards
• Learn from experienced educators and contribute to observations and documentation

Requirements:

• Willingness to undertake a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Positive attitude with a strong desire to learn
• Commitment to child safety and professional conduct

Essential Criteria:

• Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates (or willingness to complete)

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, don’t wait – apply now using the ‘I’m interested’ link!

We are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.