Become part of Sparrow Early Learning Somerville Cottage – you're more than a trainee, you're a spark of curiosity and care, helping to light up young minds and shape bright futures
Trainee Educator | part-time positions
As a
Trainee Educator
, you'll embark on an exciting journey to become a future early childhood professional.
While gaining hands-on experience in a real-world setting, you'll also be working toward your qualification and developing the skills needed to thrive in this rewarding career.
Under the guidance of experienced educators, you'll help create vibrant, safe, and nurturing learning environments where children feel supported and inspired.
You'll build strong relationships with children, families, and your team, all while learning and growing in a collaborative and supportive workplace.
Our values – Inspire, Nurture, Grow – guide everything we do:
Inspire
a love of learning through creativity and curiosity
Nurture
every child's wellbeing and potential through connection and care
Grow
confident learners and strong, supportive teams
What you'll need:
No Early Childhood Education Qualifications necessary
An eagerness to learn and grow in early childhood education
Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm availability required
Current Working with Children Check
Excellent communication & leadership skills
The Sparrow Benefits
Enjoy
competitive wages
plus the
ECEC Worker Retention Payment
Extra allowances for extra responsibilities!
Priority childcare access & up to 95% discount!




Awesome leave perks — including Birthday Leave!
Access compassionate, confidential support anytime with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid traineeships: Learn while you earn!
Generous rewards for employee referrals!
Celebrate milestones with tenure rewards!
Safe Sleep & Child Protection training on us!
Career growth and mentorship opportunities!
Access to online learning & professional development!
Transfer opportunities within the Sparrow Nest
**T&C; apply to all Sparrow benefits
When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family.
We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued.
At Sparrow, we are an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment
We review applications as they are submitted.
We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
If you're passionate about making a difference in early education, we'd love to hear from you!
"Our organisation is deeply committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of young children. We prioritise creating secure environments where children can be inspired and nurtured to grow. Through continuous training, clear policy frameworks, and a proactive approach to risk management, we work to prevent harm and address any concerns promptly. Our goal is to provide protected, supportive, and inclusive environments where every child feels valued and protected"

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