Woollahra Municipal Council

Trainee Preschool Assistant

• Salary up to $48,029.22 plus super depending on age, qualifications and prior experience
• Full-time - 35 hours per week - 8:30am and 4:00pm during public school terms
• Gain on the job training and a Certificate III or Diploma in Child Care

About the role:

Do you have an interest in Child Care? Are you looking to kick start your career in the Early Childhood Education Industry? 

Woollahra Council has an exciting opportunity for a trainee Preschool Assistant to join our creative and dynamic Woollahra Preschool team on a fixed term 2 year contract.

In this entry-level role, you will join a team of dedicated educators and learn about all areas of Early Childhood Education.

Build the skills required to work as a Preschool Assistant and join the early childhood education sector. Learn how to develop an inclusive curriculum thats draws upon sound knowledge of child development and how to carry out written observations, developmental records and learning plans in collaboration with Preschool teachers and assistants

In addition to on-the-job training, you will be required to complete a Certificate III or Diploma in Child Care. The theoretical component of this traineeship is delivered through a combination of online and face-to-face learning on a part-time basis through Randwick Tafe

This position is subject to child protection screening and a pre-employment medical check.

Essential Criteria

• Has not previously completed a qualification in Child Care or related field.
• Eligible to enroll in Certificate III or Diploma in Child Care, Children’s Services. 
• Strong willingness to learn and the ability to successfully complete a Certificate III or Diploma in Child Care, Children’s Services  
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Genuine interest in working with children, including children with additional needs.
• Genuine interest to actively participate in a team striving for excellence in early childhood education with a commitment to the rights of children and the principles of social justice.
• Proven ability to follow instructions and contribute to fulfilling the operational workload of a team.
• Clearance to work with children as required under the Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) principles and its implementation in an Early Childhood setting.

What’s in it for you?

We promote equal access to opportunities within the organisation and we pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment.

We are dedicated to looking after our staff, because if we look after our people, we will be better placed to look after our community.

Eligible staff will be entitled to some of the following benefits:

• Gain experience and practical skills while you get paid
• Valuable hands-on training in the workplace
• Complete a nationally recognised qualification
• Flexible full-time or part-time work and study options
• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport with access to 810+ fitness facilities
• High quality learning and development opportunities
• Reward and Recognition Program

How to Apply

• Apply online by clicking the link below.
• You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria. 
• If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.
• You will be able to upload 2 documents only.
• For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
• For further information about the role, please contact Mary Boyd, Preschool Director or Amanda King, Acting Preschool Director on 02 9327 4921 during business hours.

CLOSING DATE: 11:59pm wednesday 4 June 2025

Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers. 

Should an applicant indicate that they wish to seek an exemption on medical or other grounds, they will need to provide evidence of their circumstances such as an accepted certified medical contraindication.

Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.  

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.