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OverviewEarn while you learn, help local families and give back to your community.Small, close-knit service in a rural town with strong local connections.Part-time, 24 hours per week + salary packaging to boost take-home pay.Location and role details529405Balmoral, VIC, 3407Early LearningPermanent Part TimeClosing on: Feb 19 2026 Your new roleIn Balmoral, childcare isnt just a service, its a lifeline for local families. Our small, long day care service supports farming and rural families to work, contribute and stay connected to their community. We currently operate three days per week with eight places and have a waiting list of more than 40 local families. This traineeship is a great opportunity if youre interested in starting a career in early childhood education or returning to study. Youll work alongside experienced educators while completing your Certificate III, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive, community-based setting. Located within the Balmoral Family Centre Community Hub, our service is deeply connected to the local community and offers a calm, welcoming environment where you can learn, grow and make a real difference. Benefits of working at Uniting Paid traineeship permanent part-time, 24 hours per week Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday (8-hour days + unpaid lunch break) On-the-job training and support to complete your Certificate III Salary packaging up to $15,900 to boost take-home pay 60% discount on out-of-pocket childcare costs at Uniting services Option to purchase additional leave A supportive, values-led organisation that understands rural communities Your skills and experience You dont need to be qualified yet. Were looking for someone who is: Willing to commence or currently undertaking a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Interested in working with children and supporting families Community-minded and interested in working locally Comfortable working as part of a small, supportive team How To Apply Click here to view job description. Click APPLY to submit your interest, and well be in touch shortly. Well review applications as they come through and schedule interviews, as were keen to engage with someone. If youve questions about the opportunity, please contact Kate Farlow, Early Learning Program Manager, at [email protected] or call Renee Russo, Recruitment Advisor, on 03 9051 2666 or email [email protected]. About Uniting At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania. Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a child safe organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking. Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr