<p><strong>Employment type:&nbsp;</strong>Casual<br><strong>Location: </strong>ACT Early Learning Centres<br><strong>Remuneration Range:</strong>&nbsp;$38.89 to $41.36 per hour, exclusive of casual loading (dependent on qualification, age and experience)<br><strong>Closing Date: </strong>30 November 2025</p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), provides education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres in the ACT.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the role</strong></p> <p>Early Childhood Educators nurture the growth and development of preschool children in a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment. Early Childhood Educators assist in engaging play-based learning experiences that support each child’s cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development in line with the&nbsp;regulatory framework. The ELC Educator's role involves fostering positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, ensuring open communication and collaboration. ELC Educators also maintain a focus on well-being and safety, adhering to CECG and regulatory standards. This is a rewarding role that has the opportunity to impact the lives of children while growing professionally in a supportive team environment.</p> <p>Casual employees who have been approved to work, nominate preferred work locations and provide their availability through our Casual Relief System (CRS) and may be called upon, on an as-needed basis in accordance with operational needs and employee availability and preference.</p> <p><strong>Benefits of casual work</strong></p> <ul> <li>Schedule work around your personal commitments.</li> <li>Experience a diverse range of environments.</li> <li>Build your profile within a network of schools to advance your opportunity of securing ongoing employment.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.</li> <li>First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).</li> <li>Diploma in Early Childhood and Care; OR</li> <li>Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p> <ol> <li>Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues and students.</li> <li>Ability to apply knowledge experience and training to assist with planning, organising and achieving outcomes within the relevant time constraints.</li> <li>Ability to maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Ability to apply initiative and manage competing priorities.</li> </ol> <p><strong>How to apply</strong></p> <p>Follow the '<i>Apply now</i>' link. Before commencing this application, please ensure you have the following information at hand:</p> <ul> <li>Cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed above.</li> <li>Resume.</li> <li>Copy of ACT Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance.</li> <li>Contact details of two professional referees.&nbsp;</li> <li>Evidence of qualifications (where applicable).</li> <li>Current passport <strong>or</strong> birth certificate and drivers license.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>You must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident or be in Australia on a visa with work rights to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li> <li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>Information about CECG can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p> <p><strong>Application queries: </strong>contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Casual%20Early%20Childhood%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Casual%20Early%20Childhood%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Casual%20Early%20Childhood%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p><i>If you are a current employee or have worked for CECG within the last six months, please contact the CECG Recruitment Team prior to applying.</i></p>