Real-world experiences that prepare you for the workforce
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Work placement opportunities
Wanslea offers work placements in community services across Perth and regional Western Australia. We can provide placements in the following areas:
- Early childhood education and care
- Social work
- Community services
- Allied health
- Research and evaluation
- Other projects related to service implementations and improvement, including quality and strategy development
- Administration and corporate services
- Student work experience (Must be 18+. Only available at Wanslea Early Learning and Development centres)
Inclusive workplace
Our team is committed to making Wanslea a diverse, safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.
Hands-on opportunities
Take part in immersive and varied learning experiences that will prepare you for the work.
Outcome-based learning
All placement activities are designed to meet the specific course or placement outcomes set by your learning institution.
Expand your network
Gain access to the extensive Wanslea network and connect with other placement students on a similar career path.
Purpose-driven work
Contribute your time and ideas with the knowledge that you’re helping children and families realise their potential.
Values-based organisation
Join a values-driven organisation that emphasises integrity, respect and evidence-based ways of working.
Extra training
Expand your skill set and set yourself up for success by participating in our student induction program and cultural education training.
Contribute to the program
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the program for future students by offering your invaluable feedback.
How to apply for a placement
Speak to the relevant person at your place of study about securing a work placement at Wanslea. They will tell you about any protocols in place that they need to follow. If there is no referral process between Wanslea and your college, school, university or registered training organisation. Please email volunteering@wanslea.org.au
your Curriculum Vitae
Prepare a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that demonstrates your existing skills, experiences, and interest in a placement at Wanslea. Follow the instructions from your institution or Wanslea’s Student Unit Coordinator to submit your CV.
If you are invited for an interview at Wanslea, please dress professionally, arrive promptly and prepare any questions you wish to ask about student placements. We will notify you if you are successful in securing a placement at Wanslea.
What to expect from your placement
Each placement is slightly different from the next, as we consider your course requirements and learning needs.
- Student placement induction program
- Cultural education program
- Directly supervised practice with children and families across our programs
- Planning and delivery of early intervention support
- Child assessment and observation
- Research and evaluation
- Lesson planning and delivery
- Project work
- Facilitating groups
- Incursions and community activities
The duration of your placement will depend on your course requirements as directed by your institution.
You can state a preference for location and team, but this will, in part, depend on the location of your supervisor and operational requirements.
The timing of your application will depend on your institution and course. Please liaise with the relevant contact person at your institution as they will tell you about any protocols that they need to follow to apply for a placement with Wanslea.
All applicants need a current Working with Children Check and Federal Police Clearance. A driver’s licence is highly desirable.
Currently, we only offer placements to students enrolled at WA based educational institutions.
