ELC Educator

Holy Family Primary School, Gowrie

Gowrie, ACT 


Kindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 31 March 2026


Work closely with educators to support learning, wellbeing and development through effective routines, observations and a nurturing, well‑organised environment.

<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$80,920&nbsp;plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Full-time&nbsp;<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;Monday, 20 April 2026, Term 2&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Holy Family Early Learning Centre</strong></p> <p>Holy Family Early Learning Centre (ELC) offers a nurturing, play-based program guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and inspired by Reggio Emilia principles. Serving children from nearby suburbs, the ELC focuses on developing each child’s identity, wellbeing, and learning through observation-led planning in thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces. Strong connections with families and Holy Family Primary School support smooth transitions and foster a welcoming community for early learners.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The ELC Educator supports the Early Childhood Teacher and ELC Director in delivering a high‑quality preschool program that fosters learning, wellbeing, and a strong sense of identity for every child. You will contribute to planning and daily routines, collect observations for programming, and work collaboratively to create a safe, nurturing, and compliant learning environment. This role is central to building strong relationships with children, families, and the ELC team.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong>&nbsp;&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 to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services&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 and Eligibility</strong></p> <ul> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance (WWVP) clearance</li> <li>Diploma in Children Service</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> <li>Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy</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.<br><br> CECG 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.</p> <p>For further information about the School please visit the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://holyfamily.act.edu.au/">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 Jessica Stammers&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6292 7932&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:jessica.stammers@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>jessica.stammers@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:jessica.stammers@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=ELC%20Educator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">jessica.stammers@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> 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/506684/elc-educator">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>