Early Learning Centre Educator

Salary Range: $80,920 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable 

About Holy Spirit Early Learning Centre 

Holy Spirit Early Learning Centre is a collaborative and welcoming community dedicated to nurturing happy and curious children. Through a blend of play-based learning and intentional teaching, we foster resilience, emotional regulation, wellbeing, and a love of learning. We value strong partnerships with families and celebrate the cultural diversity of our community, seeking to create an inclusive environment where every child and family feels a sense of belonging. Working closely with Holy Spirit Primary School, we support children to build confidence, connection, and a strong foundation as they begin their journey in Catholic Education. We are seeking educators who are passionate about continuous learning, committed to professional growth, and eager to contribute to a reflective and collaborative team culture.

About the Role   

At Holy Spirit Early Learning Centre, our educators work as part of a collaborative and experienced team to provide high-quality care and education for children in the year before formal schooling. They foster respectful and supportive relationships with children, families and colleagues, helping children to feel safe, valued and to develop a strong sense of identity and belonging. Through a rich, play-based learning environment, the educator supports children’s curiosity, exploration and development, while encouraging positive relationships, communication and cooperation with their peers.

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 
• Access to the Flourish Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services 

Qualifications and Eligibility

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance (WWVP)
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or Certificate III in Education Support (birth to 12), or Certificate III in Children’s Services.
• Accreditation in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process   

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) 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.

For further information about the Early Learning Centre, please visit the website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Bec Mackay on 02 6162 0488 or via Bec.Mackay@cg.catholic.edu.au 
Application queries:  Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.   

Position Description

Advertised: 01 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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