Trainee Educator

Trainee Educator

Goodstart Nambour – Doolan Street, QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) Peoples)

Permanent Full-Time | 38 Hours Per Week

Earn While You Learn + Super + Benefits

Start your career in Early Childhood Education. Earn while you learn.

Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? At Goodstart, we'll support you to build a rewarding career while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

Through our Fee-Free Traineeship Program, you'll gain hands-on experience working with children while studying towards your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Best of all, we'll cover your training costs and support you every step of the way.

Fee-Free Training – Goodstart covers all related RTO enrolment and training fees

Earn while you learn with above-award pay rates

Pathway to permanent employment and future career growth

About the role

As a Trainee Educator at Goodstart Nambour – Doolan Street, you'll be supported by experienced Educators, Teachers, and Centre Leadership to develop the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in Early Childhood Education.

You'll play an important role in supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing while working towards your Certificate III qualification.

In this role, you'll:

Help create safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments

Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

Support educational programs and daily learning experiences

Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture

Learn and apply the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards

Develop practical skills through hands-on experience and study

About Goodstart Nambour – Doolan Street

Welcoming 75-place centre in a quiet residential location

Caring for children from 6 weeks to school age

Play-based learning programs inspired by the Early Years Learning Framework

Expansive outdoor environments featuring sandpits, veggie gardens, bike paths, and open-ended play spaces

Strong focus on nature-based learning, sustainability, and fostering children's curiosity

Conveniently located close to local schools, the hospital, and shopping precincts

Supportive leadership team committed to helping educators learn, grow, and succeed

At Goodstart Nambour – Doolan Street, you'll join a friendly and supportive team that is passionate about helping children, families, and educators thrive.

Who can apply?

To be eligible for a traineeship, you must:

Be willing to study towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Have permanent working rights in Australia

Have strong communication and organisational skills

Be enthusiastic, motivated, and passionate about working with children

Be able to work independently and as part of a team

Have flexible availability

Hold (or be willing to obtain) a QLD Working with Children Check

Hold a Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training via the Geccko platform

Provide proof of immunisation against Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) and Whooping Cough (Pertussis), or be willing to receive them

Please note: To be eligible for a traineeship, you must not have completed a Certificate or Diploma qualification (outside of secondary school) within the last seven years. Applicants who have completed a school-based qualification outside of childcare may still be eligible.

Why you'll love working with Goodstart

Fully funded Certificate III qualification

Above-award pay rates while you study

Paid study time, mentoring, and professional development opportunities

Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year

Option to purchase additional leave for greater work-life balance

Fitness Passport – discounted access to gyms and pools for you and your family

Up to 50% childcare discount for eligible employees

First Nations Support and Cultural Leave

Retail discounts on travel, technology, and insurance

Uniform allowance and employee referral program

Career pathways and ongoing opportunities with Australia's largest early learning Not-for-Profit

Why choose Goodstart?

As Australia's largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, everything we do is focused on improving the lives of children and families.

When you join Goodstart, you're not just starting a job. You're building a career with an organisation that invests in your development, supports your wellbeing, and provides genuine opportunities for long-term growth.

Ready to start your career?

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application and begin your journey in Early Childhood Education.

We're reviewing applications as they are received, so don't wait. Apply today for the best opportunity to progress through our recruitment process.

Want to know more?

I'd love to chat about the role and what makes Goodstart such a rewarding place to work.

Jessica Ambury, Talent Acquisition Partner

07 3918 2019

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At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email [email protected]

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

See what it's like to be an Educator at Goodstart:

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Posting Notes: NAMBOUR || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Full-Time