Trainee Early Childhood Educator | Certificate III Traineeship Are you looking to start your Early Childhood Education career? This is an entry level position, no prior experience necessary

Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a protected, 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 Winmalee centre is a purpose-built service, and we are looking for a motivated Trainee Early Childhood Educator to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gain practical experience working with children aged 0-5, and work towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

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 Academy now receive an additional 15% on top of award rates. The Australian Government announced that the Worker Retention Payment program would be extended until 30 June 2028, continuing to support wage increases for eligible early childhood educators.

Little Zak's Academy was one of the first approved providers nationally to participate in this initiative, ensuring our team could access these additional benefits from the commencement of the program.

Rotating rosters to support work life balance

Paid traineeship with remuneration in line with the applicable award

Up to





50 percent staff childcare discount

Paid

wellbeing day

each year for permanent staff (after 12 months)

Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to

$50 per month

(gym, pool, wellness memberships)

$1,000 employee referral bonus

for each successful referral

Employee Assistance Program via

Sonder , offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support

Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided

Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training

Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters

Study support through

Pay for Progression , including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs; apply)

Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities

About the role: As a Trainee Educator, you will learn from experienced educators while developing the knowledge and skills required to build a successful career in early childhood education.

You will:

Work towards your

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Gain practical experience working with children aged 0-5

Build positive and nurturing relationships with children

Assist with the implementation of educational programs under the guidance of experienced educators

Support play-based learning and children's development





Assist with maintaining a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment

Develop your understanding of the

Early Years Learning Framework

Work collaboratively with educators, families and the wider centre team

Participate in training, professional development and mentoring

Learn about child safety, health, wellbeing and early childhood regulations

Complete your study requirements within the expected timeframe

What we are looking for: You do not need previous childcare experience. We are looking for someone who is:

Passionate about working with children

Reliable, trustworthy and positive

Willing to learn and develop new skills

A team player who enjoys working with others

Caring, patient and nurturing

Committed to building a career in Early Childhood Education

Willing to study towards a Certificate III

Committed to Little Zak's values and culture

You must:

Be at least

18 years of age on commencement

Hold a current

Working with Children Check

or be willing to obtain one

Be an

Australian citizen or permanent resident

Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment Little Zak’s Academy 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 Academy, you acknowledge and agree to undergo a

📌 Trainee Early Childhood Educator | Certificate III Traineeship (Sydney)
🏢 Little Zak's Academy
📍 Sydney