Early Childhood Work-Based Traineeships
Combine study and paid on-the-job experience with a St Nicholas work-based traineeship
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Trainee Early Childhood Educators employed by St Nicholas undertake either a Certificate III (CHC30113) or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care while participating in paid full‑time employment.
Apply nowResponsibilities of a St Nicholas Certificate III work-based trainee include:
Selection criteria for a St Nicholas Certificate III work-based trainee includes:
Passion for early education – Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for working with young children, showing a genuine desire to pursue a career in early education.
Effective communication – Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and interact with children, colleagues, and parents in a professional and respectful manner.
Team player – Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing ideas, supporting colleagues, and actively participating in group activities.
Reliability and punctuality – Track record of being punctual, dependable and committed to fulfilling responsibilities and tasks consistently.
Adaptability – Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, handle unexpected situations and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.
Attention to detail and organisation – Strong observational skills, paying attention to the specific needs of individual children and demonstrating an organised approach to work.
Willingness to undertake a CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Benefits of a St Nicholas Certificate III work-based traineeship include:
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Responsibilities of a St Nicholas Diploma work-based trainee include:
Selection criteria for a St Nicholas Diploma work-based trainee includes:
An approved Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
Child protection qualification
Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
Working With Children Check verification number
Demonstrated understanding of –
National Quality Framework (NQF)
Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
Workplace Health and Safety issues and practices
Passion for early education – Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for working with young children, showing a genuine desire to pursue a career in early education.
Effective communication – Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and interact with children, colleagues, and parents in a professional and respectful manner.
Team player – Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing ideas, supporting colleagues, and actively participating in group activities.
Reliability and punctuality – Track record of being punctual, dependable and committed to fulfilling responsibilities and tasks consistently.
Adaptability – Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, handle unexpected situations and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.
Attention to detail and organisation – Strong observational skills, paying attention to the specific needs of individual children and demonstrating an organised approach to work.
Willingness to undertake a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Benefits of a St Nicholas Diploma work-based traineeship include:
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Submit a booking request for Before and After School Care or Vacation Care. One of our friendly team members will be in touch as soon as possible.
Please note:
Submitting a booking request or enquiry does not constitute a confirmed booking. No booking is confirmed until you have received email confirmation from St Nicholas.
For casual and Vacation Care bookings, we have a 5-day cancellation policy, after which the parent/carer will be liable for their full fees for that session. For permanent bookings, we have a 2-week cancellation policy.
One-off cancellations for permanent bookings still require the parent/carer to pay their full fees for that session, unless the cancellation is permanent, in which case the family will forfeit their permanent place for that session.
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