Flexible shifts that support a healthy work–life balance

Excellent casual rate of $42.46 per hour + ECEC Grant Funding

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and looking for flexible, casual work? Trinity College is seeking Preschool Educators to join our vibrant Early Learning teams on a casual basis, offering flexible relief support across our Preschool sites to cover staff leave and unexpected absences.

We currently have exciting opportunities for enthusiastic Preschool Educators to join our team. Casual positions are available to support our program, offering shifts between 8:15am and 4:30pm during school terms, with flexibility and negotiated hours during the holiday program.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently undertaking a Diploma or Bachelor in ECEC who is looking to gain hands-on experience across our Preschool sites.

Key accountabilities include

• Collaborating with the Preschool Teachers and assisting with the development, implementation and reflection of the educational program to provide a high-quality early learning experience for all children and families 
• Work with children on an individual or small group level to support children's engagement and particular needs. 
• Ensure the classroom and outside environments are prepared, clean and maintained. 
• Administer First Aid services and provide first aid when necessary. 
• Attend and actively participate in regular staff meetings and professional learning opportunities as required. 

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III or Diploma of Early Childhood
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage professionally with and by Trinity College Values when interacting with children, families, colleagues  
• Organisational skills 
• Knowledge of the Early  Years Learning framework and ACEQA obligations and standards. 
• Comply with and acknowledge the College’s Child Safe Policy and adhere to the Child Safety Code of Conduct 
• Working with Children Check 
• RRHAN-EC Masterclass Certificate 
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training (onsite training available) 

Why work at Trinity College? 

Trinity College is a multi-site, independent, co-educational Anglican College founded in a liberal educational tradition in northern Adelaide. We are open to all who want their children educated in a caring and Christian tradition regardless of economic status, ability or religious affiliation. We provide exceptional facilities, support inspirational and expert staff with a passion for education, and deliver an outstanding sense of community. 

We operate three high quality Preschool services across our schools at Trinity College Gawler River, Trinity College Gawler, and Trinity College Roseworthy. We currently have exciting opportunities for enthusiastic and dedicated Preschool Educators to join our team in 2026. 

At Trinity, we believe in nurturing not only our students but also our staff. When you join our team, you become part of a community that values connection, growth, and wellbeing. Here’s what you can look forward to:  

• Flexible, family-friendly hours that support work-life balance  
• Excellent remuneration with additional allowances payable through the  worker retention payment scheme applicable to the Early Childhood Education and Care funding arrangement 
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements in addition to the National Employment Standards  
• Free onsite parking 
• Active staff social club to build friendships and community  
• Fully subsidised Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family  
• Generous tuition discounts eligible staff receive a discount on their children's academic fees at Trinity College schools, pro-rated to their FTE  
• Discounted STARplex membership supporting staff (and their family) wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle  
• Professional Development opportunities that support best practice in your profession  

All Trinity College Staff must comply with the College’s Child Safe Policy and adhere to the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and background checks, including Working With Children Checks and National Police Clearance.  Commitment and adherence to the Trinity College Privacy Policy is required.  

Extra information
For enquiries about the process and the role, please call Michelle Heath (Director of Early Learning) on 8522 0666.

Ready to Join Us?  

To be considered for a Preschool Educator position, please lodge your application by clicking “Apply Now” below.  Applications should be addressed to Michelle Heath, Director of Early Learning.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 1st May. The College reserves the right to appoint prior to the deadline should the right applicant apply.

Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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