Early Childhood Educator Trainee (Identified)
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Job Location:
Bentley Park - Australia
Yearly Salary:
$ 60000 - 70000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- 18months to 2 year traineeship position based on the lands of the Gimuy Walubara Yidinji in Cairns
- $56846 per year - $60545 per year Super Salary Packaging
- You will be supported to complete a Diploma of Early Childhood Education whilst working in our Kindergarten
This is an Identified position. The Benevolent Society considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement under s14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act NSW 1977.
Our Organisation
The Benevolent Societys vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For many years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children young people and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.
As part of The Benevolent Societys vision we are strongly committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic political and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
How does a traineeship work
You will spend 1 day at week at TAFE and 4 days working in our Bentley Park kindy. Some of the TAFE may be online so you may not need to attend in person every week.
About the role
As our Trainee Early Childhood Educator you will work in a collaborative environment alongside other team members to provide a responsive environment that supports childrens wellbeing relationships and learning through intentional teaching partnerships and critical reflection.
You will be an important additional support for our kindy program which reflects our vision of a creative learning environment for children of all abilities and cultures. You will collaborate and build relationships with our team of Social Workers Early Childhood teachers Speech Pathologist and Child Psychologist to ensure a high standard of care is provided.
Put on your driving shoes because part of your role will be driving our Kindy Bus! Our kindy bus plays a crucial role in breaking down access barriers and transporting our littlies to and from our centre. Its a 12-seater van full of fun!
The day to day:
As a trainee youll work under supervision within a multidisciplinary team to:
- Form positive relationships with children that foster their social emotional and educational development.
- Observe how children respond to existing programming and provide feedback to senior staff to ensure the interests and needs of each child are being met.
- Assist with the implementation of daily routines infection control measures and maintain supplies in each room.
- Drive our Kindy Bus in a responsible calm and safe manner to ensure the safety of all staff and children.
Our Benefits
We support people to live their best life. That includes you our employee. A best life is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:
- Our Reconciliation Commitment Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave as well as the option to be a voice on reference networkinggroups the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.
- Salary Benefits -You can package up to $15900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated meaning you take homeeven more pay!
- Motor Vehicle Packaging Options to suit your lifestyle.
- Recognition and Reward -Sector competitive remuneration various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
- Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport utilise our Employee Assistance Program and even purchase additional leave.
- Professional Development -We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment fulfilment and growth.
What we need of you
- It is essential that you commit to completing a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and meet requirements set out by TAFE Queensland.
- A sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards.
- Commitment to lead your own intentional reflection to continually build practice and outcomes.
- Current driver license
Interested Apply online today!Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role. Contact Cassy on for a friendly confidential discussion.
The artwork above is by Jasmine Sarin a proud Kamilaroi and Jerrinja woman from NSW who grew up on the South Coast in Jerrinja and Yuin country (Nowra) and Dharawal country (Wollongong).
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Algebra
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Adult Education
- Special Needs
- Calculus
- Teaching
- Geometry
- Experience with Children
- Public Speaking
About Company
At The Benevolent Society, we put people first and work together as one to meet our vision of a just society where all Australians can live their best life. Call 1800 236 762.
