Job Description
Join Guardians ever-growing team now!
Are you passionate about early childhood education? Brave enough to dive right in and start learning from day one? Join Guardian Clayfield as a Trainee, and you will be part of the program working with dedicated, professional early childhood education professionals who provide amazing learning experiences in a safe and secure environment.
As a Trainee, you will be able to earn while you learn. You will be supported with formal and practical training to achieve your qualifications in early childhood education. As you do, you’ll be learning from highly skilled and experienced professionals who are constantly seeking to innovate how we deliver teaching and learning programs.
Be part of the amazing journey supporting children to be brave, curious, and imaginative in their learning.
Get a career head start through formal and practical training and mentoring from highly skilled and experienced professionals.
Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments for children and Teams.
Enjoy a competitive salary and financial benefits, including attractive remuneration packages, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program.
Full time opportunity.
WHEREFIT – 2,000 discounted corporate offers at up to 50% off for gyms, studios, activewear, healthy meals, beauty and more…
Paid first aid courses and renewals
The Opportunity
As a part of our Trainee program, you will gain on the job experience whilst studying. We pay for the course, and you will receive an hourly rate for all hours worked. Upon completing the Traineeship, you will be issued a nationally recognized Certificate III in Children’s services.
The Centre Manager, your team members and the program assessor will provide you with regular support. You will also enjoy;
Building and maintaining meaningful relationships with children, families and fellow educators and the broader centre community
Assisting in providing a safe and stimulating environment that meets the social, cultural, emotional, and educational needs of the children and families.
Preparing the children’s play and learning materials for the day’s activities. Then in collaboration with your peers, extend children’s thinking and learning through intentional teaching strategies, inspiring environments and spontaneous play experiences.
The Centre
We are proud to have a diverse team of educators at our open-plan 122 place centre in Clayfield. We celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays over the year and welcome our families for breakfasts. Located on Sandgate Road, Clayfield is accessible via public transport and close to a number of parks. A modern, vibrant centre with impressive learning spaces for children aged six weeks to six years.
To Be Considered For a Traineeship, You Will
Have a genuine interest in a long-term career within Early Childhood Education
Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Have a WWCC or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check/ Blue Card
Apply now
At Guardian, we wholeheartedly embrace the potential of brave, curious, and imaginative children as the architects of our future. If you share our passion for nurturing the minds of tomorrow’s leaders, we encourage you to apply today!
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.
Are you passionate about early childhood education? Brave enough to dive right in and start learning from day one? Join Guardian Clayfield as a Trainee, and you will be part of the program working with dedicated, professional early childhood education professionals who provide amazing learning experiences in a safe and secure environment.
As a Trainee, you will be able to earn while you learn. You will be supported with formal and practical training to achieve your qualifications in early childhood education. As you do, you’ll be learning from highly skilled and experienced professionals who are constantly seeking to innovate how we deliver teaching and learning programs.
Be part of the amazing journey supporting children to be brave, curious, and imaginative in their learning.
Get a career head start through formal and practical training and mentoring from highly skilled and experienced professionals.
Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments for children and Teams.
Enjoy a competitive salary and financial benefits, including attractive remuneration packages, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program.
Full time opportunity.
WHEREFIT – 2,000 discounted corporate offers at up to 50% off for gyms, studios, activewear, healthy meals, beauty and more…
Paid first aid courses and renewals
The Opportunity
As a part of our Trainee program, you will gain on the job experience whilst studying. We pay for the course, and you will receive an hourly rate for all hours worked. Upon completing the Traineeship, you will be issued a nationally recognized Certificate III in Children’s services.
The Centre Manager, your team members and the program assessor will provide you with regular support. You will also enjoy;
Building and maintaining meaningful relationships with children, families and fellow educators and the broader centre community
Assisting in providing a safe and stimulating environment that meets the social, cultural, emotional, and educational needs of the children and families.
Preparing the children’s play and learning materials for the day’s activities. Then in collaboration with your peers, extend children’s thinking and learning through intentional teaching strategies, inspiring environments and spontaneous play experiences.
The Centre
We are proud to have a diverse team of educators at our open-plan 122 place centre in Clayfield. We celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays over the year and welcome our families for breakfasts. Located on Sandgate Road, Clayfield is accessible via public transport and close to a number of parks. A modern, vibrant centre with impressive learning spaces for children aged six weeks to six years.
To Be Considered For a Traineeship, You Will
Have a genuine interest in a long-term career within Early Childhood Education
Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Have a WWCC or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check/ Blue Card
Apply now
At Guardian, we wholeheartedly embrace the potential of brave, curious, and imaginative children as the architects of our future. If you share our passion for nurturing the minds of tomorrow’s leaders, we encourage you to apply today!
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Trainee Clayfield position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Acacia Ridge offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
