Certificate III Trainee AND Early Childhood Teacher

Dee Why Kindergarten is a family-focused early learning service committed to providing high-quality education and care in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive, and our educators play a vital role in supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing outcomes for school and life.

At Dee Why Kindergarten, the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of children are our highest priorities. We are committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that supports every child to feel safe, respected, and valued.

Our purpose-built early learning service is guided by years of expertise in early childhood education and care. We are committed to child-safe practices and comply with the NSW Child Safe Standards.

About the Role

We are excited to offer an enthusiastic and motivated individual the chance to begin their career by working with qualified educators to support, guide and mentor you and working towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

We are also currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team in Dee Why on a permanent full-time or part-time basis. Opportunities for Room Leader positions may also be available for suitable candidates.

Successful applicants will work collaboratively with our team to provide high-quality education and care in accordance with:

The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

National Quality Standards (NQS)

National Quality Framework (NQF)

NSW Child Safe Standards

We value educators who demonstrate professionalism, positive communication skills, and a genuine commitment to child safety, inclusion,



and continuous learning.

What We Offer

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Mentoring from experienced educators and leaders

Career progression opportunities

Flexible full-time and part time arrangements

Eligibility for the Worker Retention Payment for qualifying employees

Ongoing training and education in child-protected practices and child protection

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has a positive and professional attitude

Demonstrates reliability and flexibility with shifts

Is motivated to learn and complete daily tasks

Enjoys working collaboratively within a team

Has a genuine interest in working with children

Demonstrates a commitment to child safety and inclusion

Applicants must have:

Willingness to enrol in and study towards successful progression to complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA-approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification and NESA registration

A current and valid NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement

Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management certification or willingness to obtain

Current Child Protection training and Child Safety training or willingness to obtain

Current Basic Food Handlers training or willingness to obtain prior to commencement





Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a professional team environment

Child Safety & Pre-employment Checks

Dee Why Kindergarten is committed to rigorous recruitment, screening, and selection practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.

The successful applicant will be required to participate in comprehensive pre-employment screening, including:

Verification of Working With Children Check status

Reference checks that specifically address suitability to work with children

Relevant child protection and employment history checks

Additional background screening where required under legislation or organisational policy

All employees are expected to actively contribute to a culture of child safety and participate in ongoing child protection and child-safe practice training.

Any offer of employment is conditional upon satisfactory child-safe screening and compliance documentation.

Dee Why Kindergarten is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, cultures, and experiences.

We acknowledge the importance of creating environments where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples feel respected, safe, connected, and valued. We are committed to embedding inclusive practices and perspectives throughout our service and learning environments.

We believe all children have the right to be safe, empowered, and supported to reach their full potential.

More Information

Please visit our website www.deewhykindergarten.com.au or email ********@deewhykindergarten.com.au

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📌 Certificate III Trainee AND Early Childhood Teacher (Northern Beaches Council)
🏢 Dee Why Kindergarten
📍 Northern Beaches Council