Description:
Connect Children and Families (Connect) is a not-for-profit organisation serving communities in the Blue Mountains, Lithgow, Hawkesbury, and Western Sydney.
Together we support children’s and families’ learning, safety, and wellbeing.
We do this by supporting families to access services that respond to their needs, creating pathways both across our services and to other community agencies that can support them.
Our services are available to children and families in their homes, early childhood education centers and pre-schools, community spaces and schools, and other family-centered services.
Bunya Early Childhood Centre provides education and care for 54 children per day from 6 weeks of age to 6 years. Bunya has been a staple service supporting the families of Winmalee, Hawkesbury Heights and Springwood for over 30 years. Our dedicated team of educators who are passionate about early childhood development and are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of children. We value collaboration, creativity, and a nurturing approach, ensuring that every child receives the attention and care they need to reach their full potential.
We currently have a position available for a full-time Cert III traineeship, ideal for an enthusiastic and passionate individual looking to start their Early Childhood career. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognized qualification. You’ll receive continuous support from a dedicated team of Early Childhood Educators and Practice Mentors, helping you succeed every step of the way. Immediate start available!
Role Requirements
• Clear Working with Children Check and Police Check.
• Ability to relate effectively with children and their families.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning.
• Reliable and punctual.
Benefits of working with Connect
Our values and philosophy are at the heart of everything we do. We tune in, connect, and are kind. We strive for social justice, walk together, and celebrate every child. We’re looking to build a team of professionals who are committed to a world where children and families thrive in safe and connected communities.
As a well-established community organization, we have a strong commitment to providing the best possible care and service to children and families and this is reflected in the organisation’s culture. You will be welcomed as part of a strong and collaborative team of people who are working together to make real positive change in the local community.
Other benefits include:
• Get paid to work while gaining valuable experience, with time and support to complete your training
• Salary Packaging to help reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay
• Mentoring, professional learning, and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
Australian Apprentices/Trainees undertaking a qualification at either Certificate III level leading to an occupation on the Priority List may be eligible for Apprentice Training Sup-port Payments over the term of their Australian Apprenticeship.
We are a ChildSafe organization.
We encourage diverse staffing to reflect the diverse children and families we support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates as well as candidates with a disability.