Childcare Traineeship - Certificate III / Diploma

Are you passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young learners in anindustry-leading teamwithin achild-safe environment, which supports your career progression, protects your work-life balance and is all about a positive workplace culture? If so, welcome to Imagine!

There has never been a better time to gain a Certifcate III in Early Childhood. Or, if you already have your Cert III and are seeking to do you Diploma, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

The childcare industry is flourishing, ensuring robust job security into the future. If you are ready to jumpstart your career, Imagine Early Learning & Childcare invites you to complete your training while being supported by ourwelcoming, dynamic, forward-thinkingteam.

Imagine Early Learning & Childcare is a small,family-owned and operatednetwork of six centres in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie region. We invest in our people, fostering a positive and compassionate workplace culture of mutual respect, where ideas are valued,work-life balanceis respected andcareer growth and promotionwithin Imagine is encouraged. Many of our educators have been with Imagine for eight, nine and ten years or more.

At Imagine, we are a community that nurtures dreams, fosters growth, and creates a brighter future for our children.

The benefits of completing a traineeship at Imagine Early Learning & Childcare include:

🌱 Above-award wages

🌱 No course fees: earn while you learn

🌱 Gain hands-on experience whilst working alongside a dedicated and supportive team

🌱 Dedicated mentors to provide guidance and support

🌱 Subsidised gym membership at Genesis Fitness

🌱 A positive team culture that promotes respect, integrity, joy and collaboration

🌱 Expansive natural outdoor environments

🌱 Beautiful architecturally-designed indoor environments with an abundance of natural light and ventilation and sustainably-sourced resources

🌱 Staff discounts on childcare fees

🌱 Career advancement is supported and encouraged: many of our Directors have been with us since they were trainees!

…and so much more!

About Imagine Early Learning & Childcare:

Imagine Early Learning is a small network of six centres operating in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie region, founded by its Early-Childhood trained owner who takes pride in being involved in the day-to-day workings of the centres and in getting to know her team and their stories.

We aim to have more staff than the minimum requirements, to ensure that our team are always well-supported.

At Imagine, we understand the complexities of balancing work-home commitments and endeavour to support staff to achieve this balance as much as possible. Fostering a harmonious, positive workplace culture is of paramount importance at Imagine, and we believe that this is one of the things that makes us so special.

We take pride in supporting our educators on their professional journey. We encourage our people to advance in their careers should they wish to do so, and to deliver high-quality care and education to our little learners.

We are a forward-thinking organisation with a strong focus on environmental sustainability, inquiry-based learning, creativity and managed ‘risky’ play opportunities.

Dedicated educators who are passionate about helping children to learn and grow, are integral to our mission of providing excellence in care and education.

Eligible candidates will demonstrate the following:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Exceptional work ethic and commitment to working as a part of team;

Reliability and ability to work flexible hours between Monday and Friday;

A genuine desire to enter the Early Childhood Industry; and

A high level of initiative and a commitment to ongoing learning.

If you are ready to grow professionally while working in an environment that is both fun and rewarding, and have the skills that we are seeking, we would love to meet you.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter via ‘Apply for this job’ through SEEK. If you have a location preference, please indicate this in your application. Our centres are located in Merewether Heights, The Junction, Mayfield, Garden Suburb, Toronto and Valentine.

For more information about Imagine Early Learning & Childcare, please visit our website at www.imaginechildcare.com.au