Early Childhood Educator Traineeship

Ready for work that’s meaningful? Join Y Careers as an Early Childhood Educator trainee and work different! This isn’t your average job. You’ll be learning on the job, earning great pay, and making a real impact with our awesome employer partner, The council of the City of Sydney  

OUR EMPLOYER PARTNER 

Want to work somewhere that cares about your community, and you?  The City of Sydney is all about building a more liveable, inclusive future, right in the heart of the CBD. Their long day care centres offer preschool programs for children aged 3–6, and they're on the lookout for passionate, values-driven people to join the team. If you’re keen to make a real impact and grow in a supportive, diverse environment, this could be the opportunity for you!   

THE COMMITMENT  

• Full-time work for 24 months 
• Hours – 8:00am to 4:08pm Monday to Friday 
• You’ll earn $24.10 per hour + super 

THE PERKS 

• Great pay  
• Weekends off and paid annual/sick leave 
• FREE Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care—no student loans here! 
• Paid study time each week to smash out your qualification 
• Your own Career Coach to support, mentor and guide you 
• Access to our Digital Care platform, Sonder, for free 24/7 support for your safety and wellbeing 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING 

• Implement child-centred, play-based learning experiences that cater to individual interests and developmental stages, as outlined in the approved learning frameworks. 
• Provide opportunities for physical activity and exploration in a safe outdoor setting, promoting physical development and well-being. 
• Encourage healthy eating habits and supervise children during meals, ensuring dietary needs are met. 
• Facilitate collaborative activities that promote social skills and peer interactions. 
• Engage children in arts, music, and imaginative play to foster creativity and cognitive development. 
• Observe and document children's learning and development, sharing insights with families to maintain open communication 

ABOUT YOU 

We’re on the lookout for someone aged 18-26 who: 

• Is enthusiastic 
• Has empathy and emotional intelligence 
• Is a reliable team player 
• Has strong communication skills 
• Is creative and adaptable 
• Is an Australian Citizen / PR

Sound like you? Apply today!  

ABOUT US 

Y Careers is a social enterprise helping young people kickstart meaningful careers. 

These are our values and what we stand for; 

• BOLD: We like to stand out from the crowd.  
• INNOVATIVE: We come up with new ideas to support young people. 
• INCLUSIVE: We make sure everyone feels welcome and valued.  
• REAL: We do what we say we'll do. 

Join our traineeship program and WORK DIFFERENT. 

At Y Careers, we believe in creating opportunities for young people to build rewarding careers. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know - we’re here to support you! 

*This role is part of a Commonwealth-exempt employment program under the Age Discrimination Act 2004, aimed at improving employment opportunities for young people aged 18-26. 

Apply today and take your first step into a meaningful career in care!