Liverpool City Council

Early Childhood Trainee

Early Childhood Trainee

(Cecil Hills, Hinchinbrook, Warwick Farm, Wattle Grove, Holsworthy)

WHY US:
We believe it's important to do work that matters to you personally. There are so many opportunities at Liverpool that celebrate and enrich our community now and for the future. Join our dedicated teams working with children, in our award-winning library, or in recreation, events and community development.

JOB DETAILS: Temporary Full time up to 18 months 35hours, 5 days/ week $31,408.74 to $43,190.28 + 12% Super

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Early Childhood Educators have a lifelong impact on children and their families! If you are interested in commencing a rewarding career in Early Childhood, then this is the position for you!
We are seeking self-motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our educating team as a Trainee Early Childhood Educator. You will be working with a team of exceptional Educators to provide a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for all children attending the centre.
The traineeship is for a period of 1.5 years which will include a blend of workplace learning and formal training to gain a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care through the registered training organisation, TAFE NSW. The traineeship gives those wishing to commence a career in Early Childhood Education an opportunity to gain valuable skills and knowledge in high quality services that Exceed National Quality Standards. You will be able to learn in a supportive workplace ensuring you are equipped with the skills and knowledge to advance in your new career.

ABOUT YOU:
To be able to apply for the position you must not already possess a Certificate III or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care or a related discipline. You must be a minimum of 16 years of age (Legislative Requirement).
To succeed in this role you should have;

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of customer focused service.
• Ability to work as a co-operative team member
• A strong interest in the area of early childhood education

  BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC:
  Learn through TAFE NSW, one of Australia's leading training providers.
  Gain practical knowledge that you can implement in the workplace.
  Continuous learning and development opportunities to support career progression.
  Be a part of a large organisation, giving you opportunities to meet new people and learn about local government.
  Comprehensive induction.
  Regularly meet with likeminded trainees through the trainee learning community.
  Be supported by a dedicated workplace mentor.
  Be part of a team who thrives off collaboration and values your ideas!
  Health and Wellbeing benefits including, leave, free counselling, and gym subsidy.
  Beautiful, nature-based learning environments that support enquiry based learning.

  This position is subject to a working with children check and prohibited persons are not eligible to apply.

  Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
  To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

  HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

  Click here for a copyof the position description

  Closing Date: Applications close 11:59pm two weeks after date job posted

  Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Luke Chesworth, Volunteer & Foundational Roles Coordinator/Convenor at [email protected]