Certificate III Early Education & Care Traineeship - TAFE Students Preferred null

Full-Time 12 month Position (readvertised)

Early Learning Centre, International Grammar School

International Grammar School (IGS) is a vibrant, secular, coeducational school situated across five sites in Ultimo and Glebe. There are 1300 students from Preschool to Year 12 being educated in a unique bilingual environment. 

At the International Grammar School Early Learning Centre our qualified, dedicated and passionate teachers and educators love what they do. We nurture each child’s curiosity, self-discovery and creativity in an environment rich in languages, music and vibrant opportunities. Through our innovative program we embrace diversity and celebrate personal achievement.

We are seeking a trainee who is: 

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic person wanting to learn about early childhood education while completing a qualification in children’s services.
• Willing to learn on the job with a supportive, kind and professional team of educators to guide them in our high-quality Centre.
• Available to work 10.30am to 6.10pm with time allocated for completing study and course requirements – be paid to learn and study!
• Well presented and well spoken.

The successful candidate will need to be:

• Dedicated, reliable and have a genuine interest in working with children.
• Willing to study through TAFE to complete a Certificate III
• Over 18 years of age
• Ready to commence full time work and available for an immediate start.

In return you will:

• Be provided with resources, mentors and enjoy our beautiful school facilities.
• Earn your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care for free.
• Join an Early Learning program part of and nestled in the heart of our wonderful school.
• Work in a dynamic and growth-oriented team learning alongside our professional Teachers and Educators.
• Be supported with the IGS Early Learning Staff Induction program and have access to ongoing mentoring from highly experienced professionals.
• Access opportunities to participate in regular training and professional development - 4 student free days per year.
• Have access to the Employee Assistance Program.

Application Details:

To apply for this position, please visit our website.

Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position.

To apply please:

• address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:

• a succinct Cover Letter, 1 - 2 pages, addressing the position requirements.
• your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications
• the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer.

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

• your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth.
• copies of related qualifications, training and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated
• proof of identity will be required
• as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.
• COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with the current IGS Vaccination Policy

Closing Date:  4pm, Monday 3 July 2023

• applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.  Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
• applications received after the closing date and time, may not be accepted
• IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.