Children's Services Trainee
Part time fixed term position (12 months) Wellness program Generous employee benefits
Summary about this job
Childcare & Outside School Hours Care
Company: Cumberland Council
Location: Sydney
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +61-8-8827-7789
Fax: +61-7-9278-2776
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Detail information about job Children's Services Trainee. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Part time fixed term position (12 months)
- Wellness program
- Generous employee benefits
About the Organisation
As a newly formed Council, Cumberland wants to build a clear and progressive vision for the future. Council’s new long-term Community Strategic Plan will focus on a commitment to social and cultural cohesion, the local economy, our natural and built environments and local leadership. As a member of our new organisation, you will have an opportunity to drive community outcomes, programs and services and be part of a Council focused on being innovative, inspiring and delivering change.
About the Opportunity
Council is looking for a Children’s Services Trainee to be part of a professional Education and Care team. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, be passionate about working closely with other educators, children and families as well as the community to ensure the delivery of a quality education and care service, in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations.
Traineeships involve gaining a recognised qualification while you earn money and gain on-the-job experience. You will be required to undertake formal training via correspondence with a Registered Training Organisation. The traineeship would be undertaken in the Certificate IV in School Aged Education and Care. The position is for a fixed term period of 12 months. To be eligible you cannot have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification.
Council supports the principles of EEO and offers a smoke-free work environment. Applicants should be prepared to undergo a medical examination (at Council’s expense) as part of the selection process.
Council fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions, and will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supporting Council environment, which endeavours to promote child safe child friendly practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application. It is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.
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Council is committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive workplace for all. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Salary: Employment is under the Local Government (State) Award. This position is placed in Grade 1 of Council’s salary structure with a salary range of $24.12 - $27.07 per hour. Rostered between 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week. Commencement salary will depend upon qualifications, experience and competencies.
Position Number: SP-LC-91/02
Enquiries: Telephone Emily Stansfield on 9633 5246 for further information.
Closing Date: 11.30pm Thursday 2 August 2018
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. On the following page you'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.