Little Zaks
10 months ago
Trainee Early Childhood Educator
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Company information
- Company
- Little Zaks
- Location
- Australia Australia
- Posted
- 10 months ago
Job description
Are you looking to start your Early Childhood Education career? This is an entry level position, no prior experience necessary!
is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.
Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.
Our centre in Ropes Crossing is a purpose built facility. As we continue to grow and expand, we are looking for a trainee to join our talented team.
Why Join Us?
We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you then, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call our Recruitment Team on (02) 8036 8390 for more information.
is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.
Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.
Our centre in Ropes Crossing is a purpose built facility. As we continue to grow and expand, we are looking for a trainee to join our talented team.
Why Join Us?
- We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program. Eligible team members at Little Zak’s now receive an additional 15% above award rates. This comprises the initial 10% increase effective from December 2024, with the further 5% increase now active from December 2025. This program is funded by the Australian Government until November 2026, and Little Zak’s Academy is one of the few approved providers nationally to offer this benefit.
- Rotating rosters to support a great work/life balance
- Competitive remuneration and up to $1,500 annual bonus (depending on your qualification)
- Up to 50% staff childcare discounts for your own children
- A paid day off on your birthday plus a well-being day on top of your annual leave
- $1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referral
- Continuous career development opportunities including our Future Leaders Program
- Employee Assistance Program via Sonder, a trusted Employee Assistance Program that provides unlimited confidential counselling and support sessions. Whether you need help managing stress, work-life balance, or personal challenges, Sonder is here to support you whenever you need it.
- Study allowances to upskill qualifications (including Early Childhood Teaching degrees, T&Cs apply)
- Travel allowances (T&Cs apply)
- Study towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood while you work
- Full time paid position working across a rotating roster
- Gain practical childcare experience across all age groups from 0-5
- Work alongside a supportive team who will mentor and guide you
- Current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain (must be at least 18 years of age on commencement)
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Trustworthy, dedicated and positive team player
- Passion and willingness to succeed in the childcare industry
- Support of the Little Zak's culture through constantly displaying our values
We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you then, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call our Recruitment Team on (02) 8036 8390 for more information.
Required skills
- early childhood education
- working with children check
- employee assistance program
- competitive remuneration
- annual bonus
- sonder
- work/life balance
- staff referral bonus
- study allowances
- travel allowances
- well-being day
- australian government’s worker retention payment program
- rotating rosters
- paid day off
- future leaders program
- certificate iii in early childhood
- childcare industry
- staff childcare discounts
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