About Us: Rise & Shine Education operate Early Education & Care Services in Sydney, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and soon to be in Melbourne. We are a family owned and operated business, providing exceptional education and care to children and families for the past 12 years. We are an innovative and progressive company, with a goal to continue being an employer of choice in our sector. We have previously been voted as top 5 best places to work in Australia in the Education and Not For Profit sector. Summary: Work Experience Placements are available at Rise & Shine Kindergarten centres and are designed to provide valuable opportunities for individuals seeking to gain practical experience in the education and training sector. This position offers students a temporary working environment to develop their skills, contribute to the organisation, and enhance their post studies employability in a supportive setting. Responsibilities: Support educators in delivering high-quality education and care to children, including assisting with daily routines such as meals, rest times and transitions between activities Facilitate play-based learning experiences that align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), engaging children in age-appropriate activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and development Observe and document children’s learning, interests, and progress under the guidance of qualified educators to support planning and reflective practice Provide support to the room team by helping maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment, including setting up and packing away resources Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and professional development opportunities to deepen your understanding of early childhood pedagogy and centre operations Build warm, respectful, and responsive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators Adhere to all centre policies and procedures, including those relating to child safety, health and hygiene, and the National Quality Standards (NQS) Complete placement tasks, journals, and assessments as required by your education provider, with support from your assigned workplace mentor Qualifications: Currently pursuing or recently completed a qualification in education, training, or a related field Valid and clear WWCC or Blue Card Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to work collaboratively within a team If you are interested in a work placement position at Rise & Shine, please submit your application including an updated resume, and include a cover letter outlining which centre/s you would like to conduct your work placement with, and the Rise & Shine Team will be in touch with you. Our Service is committed to providing a safe environment for children and young people. We understand our responsibilities and statutory duty of care to keep children safe and comply with the Child Safe Standards.
