The Affinity Learning Academy
Build Your Career With Our Award-Winning Training Program
At Aussie Kindies, we’re big believers in supporting our people. Through the Affinity Learning Academy, we offer fully funded training, on-the-job coaching, and a clear pathway from your first day all the way to senior leadership, while you work.
Whether you’re new to early childhood education or ready to take the next step, we’ve got you covered with the tools, the team, and the program to make it happen.
Thinking about a career change? Get paid to study and work in a job you’ll love.
Your Pathway, Your Pace
The Affinity Learning Academy gives you:
- Earn while you learn - Study while you work, with paid training and on-the-job coaching.
- Flexible learning - Our Development Coaches come to you, no TAFE commute required.
- Fully funded qualifications - Up to 100% of costs covered for eligible employees.
- A clear career pathway - From Trainee Educator through to Lead Educator, Centre Manager, and beyond.
Nationally Recognised Qualifications
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
The perfect place to start your career in early education. You’ll pick up the essentials of child development, play-based learning, and safety, all with the support of experienced mentors while you work.
Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Take things further with leadership and curriculum planning skills that open doors to Lead Educator, Centre Manager, and Early Childhood Teacher roles, with coaching from our Development Coaches every step of the way.
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Teacher Scholarship Program
Support Every Step of the Way
You won’t be doing it alone. Our Development Coaches, each with over 10 years of industry experience, are with you throughout, providing:
- Personalised mentoring and one-on-one support
- Real-world training that connects theory to practice
- Ongoing professional development and leadership coaching
“Through the Affinity Learning Academy, you will be set up to achieve success in your career.” - Carla Langley, Development Coach, Affinity Learning Academy
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you’re starting out or ready to grow, the Affinity Learning Academy makes professional development easy, flexible, and rewarding.