St Agnes’ Catholic Parish, our early education traineeship lets you earn while you learn. Trainees gain practical experience on the job in one of our three early education centres while studying towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Begin your journey with a nationally recognised Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care through our on-site registered training organisation, John Henry Institute. We’ll support you every step of the way, whether you want to continue to a diploma or explore leadership opportunities with a bachelor’s degree.
Start your career with a certificate III. Earn while you learn by working as an educator while completing the 12 to 18 month qualification.
Advance your skills with a diploma. Work while you study the 1 to 2 year qualification, with the opportunity to step into a lead educator role.
Turn your passion into a rewarding career with a bachelor’s degree. We’ll help you find the right course while working with us.
Joining our team as a trainee means more than just a job – it’s being part of a community that cares. Our range of benefits are designed to recognise your contribution and support you along the way.
Receive an above-award salary while you study
Work and study all under the same Parish roof
Children receive discounted early education fees
A traineeship with St Agnes’ Catholic Parish lets you work as an early childhood educator in one of our three early education centres while completing your Certificate III qualification – all under the one roof, through our onsite RTO, John Henry Institute. That means you can earn while you learn.
It usually takes 12 to 18 months to complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, depending on your study pace.
No. An early education traineeship is the first step in the path towards a rewarding career in early education, so no experience is required. Traineeships are great for school leavers, and those either looking for a career change or returning to the workforce.
Yes. A National Police Check and Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required for all early education trainees. You will also be required to attend mandatory safeguarding training and onsite induction.
You may work with children from 6 weeks (nursery) to 6 years old (kindergarten), depending on your placement. We will work with you to find the right fit.
A Certificate III is your first step into a rewarding career in early childhood education. You’ll work as an educator, gaining practical experience and skills. If you choose to continue your studies, we can support you to enrol in a Diploma of Early Childhood Education, which takes up to two years and can lead to roles such as room leader, educational leader, or responsible person.
To submit an expression of interest in an early education traineeship, reach out today. Our team will guide you through the next steps.
Take the first step towards a rewarding career in early education. Reach out to register your interest today.
St Agnes’ Catholic Parish acknowledges the Birpai people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work, and serve. We acknowledge their deep connection to this land, its waters, skies, and stories, nurtured with wisdom, care, and resilience for countless generations. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging and extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
