Child Care Trainee: Earn While You Learn (18-Month) (City …, City of Penrith

Child Care Trainees

Applications Close Date: 11:59pm 14/06/26 At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose. Brief Description Child Care Trainees Applications Close Date: 11:59pm 14/06/26 At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose. Life with us is The best of both worlds – click here to learn more

- Earn while you learn in a nationally recognised traineeship
- Full-time 18-month traineeship with mentoring and support
- Make a real difference in the lives of children and families

Kick-start your career in Children’s Services with one of NSW’s largest local government childcare providers. Gain hands-on experience, complete your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, and be supported every step of the way by experienced educators and mentors. What We Offer You

- Salary: Commencing at $827.40 per week + 12% Superannuation + Worker Retention %
- Full-time 18-month traineeship with paid study support
- Rostered shifts Monday to Friday between 6:30am–6:30pm
- The best of both worlds – challenge, growth, support and impact
- Ongoing career pathways and future study opportunities
- One-on-one mentoring and practical on-the-job learning
- Opportunities to work across a variety of Children’s Services programs and locations

Here’s What You’ll Be Up To… As a Childcare Trainee, you’ll work alongside experienced educators supporting children aged 0–12 years across our Long Day Care, Preschool and Out of School Hours Care services. You’ll combine practical, hands-on experience with formal study through TAFE to build valuable skills and knowledge in early childhood education and care. Some of the ways you’ll make an impact include:

- Supporting engaging indoor and outdoor learning experiences for children
- Assisting educators with daily routines, activities and programs
- Building positive relationships with children, families and team members
- Learning how to create safe, inclusive and welcoming environments
- Developing practical skills through mentoring, training and real-world experience
- Contributing to meaningful experiences that help children learn, grow and thrive

No two days are the same and throughout your traineeship, you’ll continue learning, growing and building confidence in a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Who We Are (And Why You’ll Love Us) At Penrith City Council, we support more than 5,000 children and families every year across 53 Children’s Services programs throughout our community. Our teams are passionate, supportive and committed to creating positive outcomes for children and families. We focus on connection, professional growth and helping our people feel supported from day one. As one of NSW’s largest local government childcare providers, we offer the prospect to learn from experienced educators while building a long-term career pathway in the sector. You’ll be joining a welcoming team environment where collaboration, encouragement and continuous learning are part of everyday life. Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role. What are we looking for? We’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated people who are excited to begin a career in Children’s Services. You’ll Thrive In This Role If You

- Are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact
- Are eager to learn, grow and take on new challenges
- Communicate well and enjoy building relationships with others
- Bring a positive attitude, empathy and patience to your work
- Can adapt to different situations and work collaboratively in a team environment
- Are committed to balancing work and study throughout the traineeship

To Be Eligible, You Must

- Hold (or be willing to obtain) a valid Working With Children Check
- Be 16 years of age or older (or turning 16 at commencement)
- Not hold a Certificate III or IV qualification completed within the last 7 years and/or a Diploma qualification or higher
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident

The must-know bits As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a Group Assessment Centre on Wednesday, 1 July 2026. Successful applicants will attend either a morning session commencing at 9am or an afternoon session commencing at 2.30pm. This position has been identified as a Child-Related position under Child Protection laws in NSW. You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working With Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or Functional Assessment, as relevant to the position. Where a Criminal History Check returns disclosable outcomes, applicants may be required to provide additional information for assessment as part of the recruitment process. As part of the recruitment process, we will be holding a Group Assessment centre on Wednesday, 1 July 2026. Successful applicants will be asked to attend either an afternoon or morning session commencing. Ready to make work feel less like… work? If you’re ready to start a rewarding career where you can learn, grow and make a real impact in your community, hit ‘Apply Now’. Applications close at 11:55pm on the closing date. We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk. For more information, contact Anna, Talent Acquisition Specialist on . Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position. Council is a Child Safe Organisation. For more information, please see our website. At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities and identities. Requirements

- Are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact
- Are eager to learn, grow and take on new challenges
- Communicate well and enjoy building relationships with others
- Bring a positive attitude, empathy and patience to your work
- Can adapt to different situations and work collaboratively in a team environment
- Are committed to balancing work and study throughout the traineeship

Summary Start your career in Childcare with us, earn while you learn and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rbu9x