<p><strong>Location</strong>: Holder, ACT<br><strong>Employment Type</strong>: Permanent<br><strong>Employment Status</strong>: Full-time<br><strong>Eligibility: </strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Citizen<br><strong>Salary</strong>: $81,948 plus superannuation<br><strong>Start Date</strong>: Negotiable&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date</strong>: 11.55pm, Monday 7 April 2025</p><p><strong>About St Jude's Early Learning Centre</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p>St Jude’s Early Learning Centre offers a quality preschool education for four-year old children prior to primary school. Comprising of two dedicated classrooms and a separate play area, the centre's 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 inspirational and educational play experiences, intentional teaching and learning opportunities based on the interests of the children.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p>As an Early Childhood Educator, you will collaborate with the Early Childhood Teacher and Early Learning Centre Director to facilitate teaching and learning, foster relationships and partnerships, and ensure that children feel safe and develop a strong sense of identity. In addition, you will contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a high-quality preschool program, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, in collaboration with the classroom teacher, while also assisting with daily routines through open communication with the teacher and other team members.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p><ul><li>Access to curriculum resources and professional development that support evidence-based early childhood teaching practice</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.</li><li>Certificates in First Aid (HLTAID004) &amp; Asthma and Anaphylaxis.</li><li>Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) approved qualifications:<ul><li>Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care; or</li><li>Diploma in Children’s Services.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume that addresses the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.</p><p>Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</p><p>This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</p><p>For further information about the ELC, please visit our <a href="https://stjudesps.schoolzineplus.com/early-learning-centre">website.&nbsp;</a>Information about the CECG can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Please contact Karen Leighton on 02&nbsp;6287 5520 or via email <a href="mailto:karen.leighton@cg.catholic.edu.au">karen.leighton@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505203/early-learning-centre-educator-st-judes-elc-holder-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>