Position Purpose

The Trainee Early Childhood Educator supports qualified educators in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children from birth to 3 years of age. While completing a recognised early childhood qualification, the trainee will develop practical skills and knowledge to support children's learning, development, wellbeing, and care.

Key Responsibilities

Child Care and Supervision

• Assist in providing high-quality care and supervision for children aged birth to 3 years.

• Support children's individual routines, including feeding, sleeping, nappy changing, and comfort needs.

• Build warm, responsive, and respectful relationships with children.

• Ensure children's health, safety, and wellbeing are maintained at all times.

Learning and Development

• Assist educators in implementing the educational program.

• Engage children in age-appropriate play experiences and learning opportunities.

• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

• Observe children's interests and participate in discussions about learning and development.

Health, Safety and Hygiene

• Follow all service policies and procedures relating to health, hygiene, supervision, and child protection.

• Maintain clean and hygienic learning environments.

• Assist with daily cleaning, sanitising, and room preparation tasks.

• Follow safe sleep and rest practices in accordance with service policies and current guidelines.

Teamwork and Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with educators and management.

• Participate in training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.

• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and accept feedback.

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Family Partnerships

• Greet families in a friendly and professional manner.

• Support positive relationships between families and the service.

• Communicate respectfully with families under the guidance of senior educators.

Essential Requirements

• Enrolled in or willing to enrol in a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

• Current Working With Children Check.

• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

• Genuine interest in working with infants and toddlers.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn.

• Minimum age requirement of 18 years.

Desired Qualities

• Warm, caring, and patient nature.

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when appropriate.

• Passion for supporting young children's learning and development.

Key Learning Outcomes for the Trainee

• Develop practical skills in caring for infants and toddlers.

• Gain an understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

• Learn effective supervision and child safety practices.

• Build confidence in planning and supporting children's learning experiences.

• Develop professional communication and teamwork skills.