Early Childhood Trainee (Diploma)
Position Number: 01/25
Full time, Fixed term – 24 month contract
Closing Date: 19/1/25

About the Service 

ECTARC Sanctuary Point is a 40-place service providing early childhood education and care for children from birth to school age in Sanctuary Point on the shores of St. Georges Basin. We are only a short drive from Jervis Bay and the coastal villages of Huskisson and Vincentia and are ideally located within walking distance of many local facilities such as shops, library, a bike park and Sanctuary Point Public School.

About the Role 

ECTARC Sanctuary Point are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic trainee who is looking to start their career in early childhood education. During the 24-month traineeship you will gain valuable knowledge and experience whilst working and studying alongside our qualified and supportive educators to complete your Diploma of Early Education and Care.

Essential Criteria:

• Must have Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• Commitment to working as part of a team
• Effective communication skills
• 12 months experience working in children’s services
• Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID004 – Provide Emergency First Aid in an Education and Care Setting)
• Knowledge of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation

What we offer:

At ECTARC we pay highly competitive salaries above the award rate in accordance with the policies and procedures of ECTARC including

• Above award wages
• 50% discount on childcare fees for staff’s children enrolled in our quality services.
• Paid parental leave – 6 weeks top up.
• Annual ECTARC leave day and 2-3 weeks end of year closure period.
• Wellness program including access to our EAP for you and your family.
• An inclusive work environment.
• EC Management team provides coaching, mentoring and support.
• Two annual planning days and opportunities to join organisational network meetings.
• Paid professional learning via ECTARC’s online learning platform and access to internal and external training and conferences.
• Support for further study and qualifications.
• Opportunities for career advancement across our early childhood education and training services.

Course fees are covered.

A bonus $1250.00 paid to you every six months throughout your traineeship

Three hours paid study time off the floor each week

Mentoring and support from a dedicated Educator in your team and trainee study groups with an experienced Early Childhood Coordinator.

We have a comprehensive induction process to ensure your ongoing success working at ECTARC.

Apply Now:

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre employment screening and probity checks.

ECTARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background to apply for this position.

To be considered for this position all applicants are required to complete the ECTARC Application for Employment. For more information and to apply please visit:

https://ectarc.com.au/employment/current-vacancies/early-childhood-worker-3/