Early Childhood Educator - Trainee

Are you looking to complete a Certificate III in Childcare? Or are you a school leaver wanting that start in your childcare career?

Coolamon Shire Council are currently seeking applications for a Trainee Early Childhood Educator to work at our Coolamon Early Childhood Centre.

This position is a permanent part time position and is a terrific pathway to a long and rewarding career in child education and care.  The successful applicant will be part of a supportive and experienced team who will mentor and give guidance on best practice within the industry all while you complete a fully funded Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Coolamon Early Childhood Centre is a 47 place centre offering care and early education to children aged 0-5 years. The Centre’s operating hours are 7.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. The Centre has recently been altered and extended to provide open plan indoor learning spaces and a large, spacious outdoor playground.

Coolamon Early Childhood Centre is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. We are committed to the ongoing implementation of the Child Safe Standards to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of children and young people is at the forefront of all that we do and every decision that we make.

Our Centre educators pride themselves on providing quality education and care for young children in a safe environment that is inclusive of children and family input. We advocate that through supporting and valuing our team members, educators are able to provide early year’s education and care based on the principles and practices outlined in the Early Years Learning Framework.

Benefits of working for Council

• Employment conditions are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2026
• Long Service Leave payable after 5 years of service
• Free access to Council’s nominated EAP
• Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
• Supported Learning and Development
• Paid study time at the centre
• Close knit and very friendly team

Further information, including the position description, can be found on Council’s website https://coolamon.nsw.gov.au/working-with-council

For any enquiries please contact our Centre Manager, Nichole Coleman on [02 6927 3991](tel:02 6927 3991).

To apply for this position, please submit;

·         Cover Letter

·         Current Resume

·         Completed Coolamon Shire Council Job Application

Applications are to be sent via email to [email protected], addressed to the General Manager of Coolamon Shire Council.

To be considered for this role, applications must be received by 5.00pm on Friday, 4th September 2026.

Coolamon Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our employees feel valued, appreciated and accepted.