Location: Curtin, ACT
Employment Type: Temporary 
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $77,067 to $81,948 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is based on ACEQSA-qualifications attained.
Start Date: 20 January 2025
Closing Date: 11.55pm, Wednesday 4 December 2024

About Holy Trinity Early Learning Centre (ELC)
We aim to provide all children with a learning environment that is play based, engaging, respectful and developmentally appropriate that will enable each child to begin their journey of being lifelong learners and responsible, compassionate global citizens. We are an authorised IB World school, implementing the Primary Years Program (PYP). Rated 'Exceeding' against the National Quality Standards, the Preschool offers a dedicated preschool program for 4 year old children, prior to entering Primary School.

Holy Trinity ELC is part of Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres across ACT and NSW. 

About the Role
The Early Childhood Educator collaborates closely with the Early Childhood Teacher and the ELC Director to create an enriching and supportive learning environment for young children. This role involves facilitating teaching and learning experiences that are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with educational frameworks. The Educator plays a vital role in building strong, nurturing relationships with children, families, and colleagues, fostering a sense of trust and partnership within the community. By prioritising the safety, well-being, and individual needs of each child, the Early Childhood Educator helps ensure that children feel secure, valued, and empowered to develop a strong sense of identity, self-confidence, and belonging.

This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on parental leave. The incumbent is entitled to return earlier to their substantive position in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.

Benefits and Opportunities 

• Access to curriculum resources and professional development that support evidence-based early childhood teaching practice
• 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

Qualifications

• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• Certificates in First Aid (HLTAID004) & Asthma and Anaphylaxis.
• Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) approved qualifications:
  • Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care; or
  • Certificate III in Education Support (birth to 12); or
  • Certificate III in Children’s Services; or 
  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care; or
  • Diploma in Children's Services.

Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.

Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

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.

Other Eligibility Criteria

• You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

For further information about the ELC, please visit our website. Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.

Position queries: Please contact ELC Director, Damien Montesin on 6281 7428 or via email damien.montesin@cg.catholic.edu.au

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

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