At C&K, our purpose is to make a positive impact on children’s lives. It’s what we’ve been doing for more than 119 years. Through evidence-based thinking, hard work and true compassion, we’ve built a trusted reputation as Queensland’s leading provider of early childhood education. And as a child safe organisation, we put children's safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, creating nurturing spaces where children can learn, explore, play and grow.

Start Your Early Childhood Career with C&K Parkhurst in January 2027

Do you have a passion for working with children and making a difference in their lives? Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can learn, grow and earn while you study?

C&K Parkhurst Community Childcare Centre is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Educator to join our team in January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a high-quality early childhood education service while completing a nationally recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.

About the Role

As a Trainee Educator, you will work alongside experienced educators to support the learning, wellbeing and development of children. You will be an active member of our team, contributing to meaningful learning experiences and helping to create a safe, inclusive and engaging environment for children and families.

• Fixed Term Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Commencing January 2027
• Study a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care over 2 years and earn while you learn.
• Support from experienced mentors and leaders throughout your traineeship

What We're Looking For

• We are looking for someone who is 18 years or older and has a genuine interest in working with young children. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, reliable and eager to learn, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. They will enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team, demonstrate initiative, and bring a positive attitude to supporting children's learning and development while completing their traineeship.
• A willingness to commence studying a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification, or willing to obtain
• Valid Blue Card or Exemption Card.
• A Police Check current within three months (or willingness to obtain one).
• Completion of the National Child Safety Training – Geccko

No prior experience is necessary. We welcome applicants who are ready to begin their career journey in early childhood education.

Find Your Better Way and Enjoy the Benefits

• Paid traineeship with ongoing support, through C&K College of Early Childhood Education
• Find a healthy work-life balance with family-friendly priority access to C&K childcare centres and discounts of up to 75% of the gap fee.
• Access a nationally recognised qualification in the high-demand field of early childhood education and care with subsidised training for eligible students through the C&K College.
• Access to a dedicated mentor and supervisor to guide your growth and skills development as an early learning professional.
• Monthly paid study day so you can manage both your work and study commitments.
• Plus so much more.

Join us and find a better way with C&K - for children, for you, for always.

C&K is a child-safe organisation and all C&K employees are required to undergo a police check and not be a ‘Restricted Person’ or Suspended Educator under the QLD Blue Card System.

We welcome applicants who identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a Culturally and /or Linguistically Diverse background and/or those with additional needs.

Parkhurst, QLD