Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 14 October 2026

Help children learn and grow through engaging experiences, thoughtful observations and daily support, while working closely with families and colleagues. Salary Range:

$72,828plus superannuation Employment Status:

Full-time | 3 month contract Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident Start Date: Negotiable About St Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre St Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre (ELC) is a small, family-oriented, high-quality Accredited Centre offering an educational care program for preschool aged children. 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 educatorsrecognisechildren as capable, curious and creative learners, and work collaboratively to foster their interests, talents and early love of learning. About the Role The Early Learning Centre Educator works alongside the Early Childhood Teacher and (ELC) Director to deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences for preschool children. You will support daily routines, contribute to planning and observations, and build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Through a nurturing and inclusive approach, you will help create an setting where every child feels safe, valued, and supported to learn, grow, and develop a strong sense of identity. This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on leave or secondment.



Benefits and Opportunities 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) Support for career development and study opportunities Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of advantages and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices 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, or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care Accreditation in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy 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 School please visit the website. Information about the CACGELcan be accessed here . Affiliation: Catholic Teaching Level: Primary Gender: Coed

473 Students 30 TeachingStaff 14 Non-Teaching Staff

Calwell, ACTSt Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is a Christ-centred learning environment, which respects and nurtures the uniqueness of all.Through a community characterised by commitment, celebration, service, support, compassion and justice, each individual is challenged to reach his or her potential and develop an awareness of the sacredness and interconnectedness of all life.

📌 Early Learning Centre Educator (Canberra)
🏢 Catholic Education, Archdiocese Of Canberra And Goulburn
📍 Canberra