WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS FOR EARLY LEARNING & CHILDCARE PROVIDERS

Hire skilled trainees and qualified staff to build a future-ready team that grows with your centre.

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What we do

Join a government-supported social enterprise helping early childhood providers future-proof their workforce by investing in young people.

Through our Early Childhood Education and Care Traineeships, Qualified Placement Program, and Managed Services, we handle:

  • Sourcing and screening candidates
  • Compliance and onboarding
  • Ongoing support and mentoring through career coaching

Compliance & Safeguarding

We uphold the highest standards in safeguarding by ensuring every trainee and worker is thoroughly screened and trained before working in education and care settings. 

Our process includes:

  • Trained Recruiters
  • Structured Interviews
  • Reference Checks
  • Police & WWCC Checks
  • Safeguarding Induction
  • Ongoing Compliance

TRUSTED BY LEADING EDUCATION & CARE ORGANISATIONS

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WHY PROVIDERS CHOOSE Y CAREERS

Partnering with Y Careers, you get a pipeline of job-ready, supported trainees and qualified staff to take the complexity out of onboarding, compliance, and development, so you can stay focused on delivering quality education.

We take a fresh approach to workforce development, focused on four key pillars that support your business:

1. Business continuity

Minimise staffing gaps, service disruption, and compliance risks with better training, support, and retention.

2. Operational efficiency

Reduce recruitment costs, boost productivity, and get the right people in the right roles—faster.

3. Regulatory compliance

Navigate legal and safety requirements with ease, while maintaining trust and quality of care.

4. Values-led workplace culture

Grow a purpose-driven team that reflects your values and delivers meaningful, long-term support.

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Simple 4-Step Process

We've streamlined the hiring process so you can focus on what matters most, providing quality education and care.

1
Choose your service

Contact us to discover the option that best suits your workforce needs from: Traineeships, Managed Service and Recruitment Service.

2
Sign up

Complete the employer agreement and recruitment form.

3
We recruit

We’ll find the right candidates within just 4–6 weeks from contract sign-off.

4
Hire & onboard

Meet your new team members and get started.

OUR SERVICES

We understand the unique workforce challenges in the early childhood education and care sector, and match you with young people who have the values and passion that align with your organisation.

Traineeships

Bring in fresh perspectives and energy with trainees ready to learn on the job. We’ll help you find young people who are passionate about helping others and support them through a dedicated Career Coach throughout their journey.

Traineeship Available

  • Early Childhood Education and Care Traineeship – 18 months, studying a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or a qualification deemed equivalent, subject to state and territory training requirements
  • Diploma Programs – available for advanced career pathways.
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Managed Service

Let us take care of the admin, compliance and day-to-day support. With our managed service, you employ the trainee, and we take care of the rest.

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QUALIFIED PLACEMENT PROGRAM

Need qualified staff now? Our qualified placement program matches you with job-ready young professionals who are trained, motivated and keen to make an impact in your workplace. Plus, your new staff will have access to a Career Coach to help them thrive.

Employers may be eligible for up to $5,000 in government incentives depending on the traineeship model. Conditions apply.

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Ready to transform your early childhood workforce?

Join our growing list of businesses that have found reliable, passionate young professionals through Y Careers.

If you are a Job Seeker please visit our Jobs Board here.

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FAQs

There is a cost to partner with us, but as a not-for-profit social enterprise, we keep fees as low as possible. Costs vary depending on the type of support your organisation needs. To find out what partnering with Y Careers could look like for you, get in touch at [email protected].

Getting started is simple and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 

Interested in hiring a trainee? Contact our national Business Development Manager, Michael Oosterwyk at [email protected] or email [email protected] 

Have recruitment or partnership inquiries? 
Email [email protected] 

Not sure where to begin?
Contact us 1300 198 701 and we’ll connect you with the right person.
Whether you're ready to bring on a trainee or just want to explore what’s possible, we’ll help you make it happen.

Y Careers Coaches are the heart of our support model. They work closely with each trainee and their supervisor to:

  • Build confidence and workplace readiness
  • Set personalised goals and career pathways
  • Provide regular check-ins and mentoring
  • Resolve any issues that come up during placement
  • Keep employers informed and supported throughout


For employers, this means fewer HR pressures, stronger engagement and better outcomes. Your coach is your go to contact, helping your trainee succeed and fully supporting you along the way.

We meet young people where they are and help them see what’s possible. We connect with young people through digital platforms and targeted outreach. Through our large net They apply via our jobs board and we work closely with them to ensure they’re ready, motivated and aligned with your needs. Through screening and support, we match you with the right candidate!

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