- Modern, purpose built centre + inclusive, supportive team & leadership
- Get mentored by our experienced centre management to implement/develop programs
- Career progression opportunities after completing the traineeship
Kickstart Your Career in Early Childhood Education! – Trainee Opportunity (Austral)
Are you ready to begin your journey in Early Childhood Education? This is the perfect entry-level role — no prior experience required!
At Little Zak’s Academy, we’re a family-run organisation passionate about providing children with a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where they can learn and grow. Our dedicated team of educators share strong values, a vision for children’s development, and a commitment to supporting families.
Our Austral centre is looking for a motivated Trainee to join our growing team.
What’s in it for you?
- Study & earn – work full-time while completing your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education
- Hands-on learning – gain experience across all age groups (0–5 years)
- Guidance & support – work alongside a passionate, experienced team who will mentor you every step of the way
- Amazing benefits, including:
- Rotating rosters for a healthy work/life balance
- Up to 50% staff childcare discounts
- Extra leave – your birthday off + a wellbeing day each year
- $1,000 referral bonuses
- Ongoing professional development & career pathways (including ECT degrees, T&Cs apply)
- Travel & study allowances (T&Cs apply)
- Mentoring from our Leadership Team & full support from our Support Office
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- A current Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Australian citizen or permanent resident
- A positive, reliable and dedicated team player
- A genuine passion for working with children and building a career in the sector
Little Zak’s is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.
By applying for a role with Little Zak’s, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process.
✨ Don’t miss this chance to launch your career in Early Childhood Education!
Apply now or contact our Recruitment Team on (02) 8036 8390 for more information.