<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$86,045 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;Negotiable&nbsp;</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 works closely with the Early Childhood Teacher and Centre Director to deliver high-quality preschool programs that foster learning, safety, and a strong sense of identity for every child. You’ll assist with planning and implementing activities, support daily routines, collect observations for programming, and ensure compliance with national regulations and quality standards. This role is key to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where children can thrive.</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>Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or</li> <li>Diploma 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.stfa.act.edu.au/elc">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/506427/elc-educator">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>