About Us

Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council (WBACC) is seeking a passionate and energetic Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to join Gudjahgahmiamia MACS Early Learning Centre.

Located in the heart of the Wreck Bay Community, our small 30-place centre supports children aged 6 months to 5 years in a welcoming, culturally connected and beautiful bushland setting. Join a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality early childhood education and care and building strong relationships with children, families and community.

Why Join Us?

- Work in a unique Aboriginal Community early learning environment

- Supportive team where your ideas are valued

- High-quality educational resources

- Culturally responsive programming supported by SWAY (Sound, Words, Aboriginal Language and Yarning) and the WABCC Bherwerre Rangers team

- Professional development with training fees covered by WBACC

- Staff mentoring through Noah’s Inclusion Services

- Employee Assistance Program

- Generous not-for-profit salary packaging, with up to $15,900 of annual salary potentially tax-free if eligible

- Centre closure for three weeks over Christmas/Recent Year and one week for NAIDOC

About the Role

- Fixed-term position commencing September 2026 and concluding on the last day of care in December 2027

- Subject to a three month probabtion period during which the Gudjahgahmiamia Director will work through the performance appraisal form with the successful applicant

- Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am–3:30 pm and Friday: 8:30 am–1:30 pm

- Paid staff meeting one afternoon each fortnight

- Extension may be considered following a review in November 2027, subject to operational needs

- Employment under the Children’s Services Award 2010

About You

You will be a caring, capable and reflective educator who can:

- Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families,



colleagues and other services

- Communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

- Understand issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

- Develop, implement and evaluate high-quality educational programs and children’s portfolios

- Apply strong knowledge of early childhood development

- Follow—and support others to follow—relevant regulations, legislation and centre procedures

- Contribute to continuous improvement across the centre

- Demonstrate sound time management, delegation, problem-solving and computer skills

- Apply knowledge of QIAS, work health and safety, and child protection requirements

Essential Requirements

- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent, recognised in Australia

- Current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one

- Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration, or to obtain one

- Police check issued within the past six months, or willingness to obtain one

A successful ACT WWVP application and ongoing registration are mandatory. All staff must provide evidence they are a fit and proper person to work with children for daycare licensing purposes. A three-month probationary period applies, including a performance appraisal with the Gudjahgahmiamia Director.

All qualifications must be verified and recognised in Australia. For information about the WWVP process, visit Access Canberra.

How to Apply

If you are a Diploma-qualified early childhood educator who is passionate about culturally responsive practice and helping children thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply via SEEK today - you must be able to meet all of the criteria above and reside within a reasonable distance to the centre.

Submit a brief cover letter and your up to date resume outlining your recent experience.

Interviews will be held onsite at Gudjahgahmiamia MACS

📌 Early Childhood Educator (New South Wales)
🏢 Gudjahgahmiamia MACS Early Learning Centre
📍 New South Wales