Job Description

Salary Range: $84,157 plus superannuation

Employment Status: Full-time

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: Negotiable

About St Jude’s Early Learning Centre

St Jude’s Early Learning Centre offers a quality preschool education, catering for children in the year prior to primary school. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework which recognises the importance of communication and language (including literacy and numeracy), and social and emotional development. Programs include play experiences, intentional teaching and learning opportunities based on the interests of the children.

About the Role

The Early Learning Centre Educator works alongside the Early Childhood Teacher and (ELC) Director to deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences for preschool children. You will support daily routines, contribute to planning and observations, and build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Through a nurturing and inclusive approach, you will help create an environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported to learn, grow, and develop a strong sense of identity.

Benefits and Opportunities

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance (WWVP)
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or Diploma in Early Education and Care
• ACT Government – Keeping Children and Young People Safe
• GECCKO – Foundation in Child Safety – Course 1 and 2 (Course 3 and 4 Recommended)
• First Aid HLTAID012 and CPR Certificate (recommended or willing to obtain)
• Accreditation in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Bronwen Lewis on 02 6292 4500 or via email bronwen.lewis@cg.catholic.edu.au

Application queries: Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.