<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $80,920&nbsp;plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Full-time<br><strong>Eligibility:</strong>&nbsp;Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;January 2026, Term One</p> <p><strong>About St Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>St Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre (ELC) is a small, family-oriented, high-quality Accredited Centre offering an educational care program for children aged two to five. Located in a beautiful bush setting with access to the school’s facilities and activities, our ELC provides a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and inspired to learn. We value open communication and strong partnerships with families to support each child’s sense of belonging. Our educators&nbsp;recognise&nbsp;children as capable, curious and creative learners, and work collaboratively to foster their interests, talents and early love of learning.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The Early Childhood Educator supports the Teacher and Director in delivering a high-quality preschool program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework. Key responsibilities include assisting with planning and routines, collecting observations, and fostering strong relationships with children, families, and staff. The role requires collaboration, adherence to regulatory standards, and active participation in professional development and continuous improvement efforts.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <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)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance</li> <li>Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or</li> <li>Certificate III in Education Support (birth to 12) or</li> <li>Certificate III in Children’s Services</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</p> <p>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>For further information about the School, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.sfasnt.catholic.edu.au/early-learning-centre/%20">website</a>.&nbsp;Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited&nbsp;(CECG) can be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Please contact Gabrielle Adams&nbsp;on 02 6292 4500 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:gabrielle.adams@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>gabrielle.adams@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:gabrielle.adams@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">gabrielle.adams@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506261/elc-educator">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>