The Role

To work as part of a team in our Early Learning Centre (ELC) leading high quality, Christian Early Childhood

Education and care to children in a manner that shows a professional commitment to the development

and care of each child, that is God honouring and consistent with the school’s vision to provide a Christ-

centred education in a learning community of Love, Nurture and Service.

The Early Childhood Teacher is responsible to the Principal through the Head of School (P-5) and the

Director of the ELC.

This is a full-time ongoing position but part-time applications will be considered.

Faith Basis of Appointment

We see the appointment of staff to Trinity Christian School as a ministry calling.

The ethos, aims and objects of a Christian School are based on:

> acceptance of the Lordship of Christ; and

> acceptance of the Bible as the revealed Word of God.

Within Trinity Christian School these are expounded in the Doctrinal Basis.

The Doctrinal Basis does not exhaust the extent of the beliefs of the School and its members. The Bible

itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God, that speaks with final authority concerning truth, morality,

and the proper conduct of mankind, is the sole and final source of all that the School and its members

believe.

You must support the School in these areas and set an example of personal conduct and behaviour

consistent with the School’s beliefs and ethos as outlined in documents made available to prospective

employees prior to interview. Any appointment is conditional upon staff maintaining and demonstrating a

continuing firm personal belief and lifestyle consistent with the School’s Doctrinal Basis and the other

documents provided to staff, this being an essential condition of the appointment.

A Learning Centred Christian School

At Trinity Christian School we endeavour to make the link between our faith, what we do and how we

teach. We call our students and school community to grow “loving hearts, enquiring minds and generous

spirits”. At Trinity, how we teach must help our students in becoming who they were created to be in

Christ. How we teach should also bring a Kingdom perspective, set students’ minds on things above, deliver

meaning and show purpose.

The pedagogy in our classrooms at Trinity should engage enquiring minds, build questioning, allow for

grappling, exploring and reasoning. The students we teach should be given opportunities to grow and

serve, so they may see who they are becoming and their purpose. As we undertake to grow our learners

in both faith and learning, we must build in them the capacity to do so.

As stated in our Strategic Priorities for 2024 – 2027, we have a number of key areas of focus that we are

working toward:

Christian Faith and Growth

The spiritual nurturing of all individuals in the Christian faith, within a caring community of students, staff

and families united by vision, mission and values. A passionate focus on realising the transformative power

of the Gospel of Jesus, developing Biblical knowledge, and understanding and fulfilling the purpose of a

Christian life.

Excellence in Education and Learning

All students actively engaged, growing and thriving as learners in a learning centred school. Parent

partnership and student agency enhanced and supported. A commitment to educational excellence with

the creation and support of new ways of learning, varied student pathways and models of education, to

meet the needs of each learner.

Community and Belonging

A movement by all students, staff and families from joining and attending the school to belonging and

actively investing in the Trinity community. Connection and relationship developed and strengthened with

those in the School’s history as well as future community members.

Connecting with the World and Shaping Tomorrow

Ongoing design and formation of our 2030 learning environment for the community now and in the future.

A growth in our reach and impact on Christian Education nationally and globally, including shaping a





reputation as a centre for staffing development and excellence.

Key Areas of Responsibility
> Leading the development of a high quality, Christian education and care for each child in accordance

with the Education and Care National Regulations and the National Quality Framework.

> Working with the centre’s Educational Leader to further develop the educational program and your

professional skills to support improved outcomes for children.

> Following the ELC and school policies and procedures as well as implementing risk assessments and

risk minimisation plans as required.

> Planning and implementing excursions and additional learning experiences (incursion) including

developing risk assessments ahead of any excursion or additional learning experience.

> Leading the documentation of the children’s learning (individual and group learning) in various,

relevant, and respectful ways.

> Ensuring you and the team always engage in active and effective supervision of children.

> Maintaining accurate records for each child and providing families with regular information on their

child’s learning and development.

> Mentoring and inspiring the educators to contribute meaningfully to the program, assisting them to

plan and implement learning experiences, document learning and sharing ideas with the team.

> Developing positive partnerships with the children, families, the school and wider community.

> Actively contributing to a positive and professional team culture at the ELC and across the Trinity

school community, always upholding the values of the school.

> Supervision of students on placement, volunteers and team members as required.

> Complying with all legislative requirements.

> Participation in other school activities as directed.

Selection Criteria
> Have a clear understanding and support for Christian education.

> Have a genuine interest in the welfare of students and also in their social, spiritual and academic

development.

> Demonstrate a high level of liaison, oral and written communication skills.

> Demonstrate a sound understanding of early childhood theory, and the Early Years Learning

Framework.

> Have a highly developed understanding of relevant Early Childhood Education legislation and

regulations which govern the provision of early childhood centres.

> Demonstrate the ability to interact and engage with young children and supporting their learning in

holistic and authentic ways.

> Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with family members (written and verbal) and the

wider community as needed.

> Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to contribute to a positive and professional team culture.

> Demonstrate a growth mindset and a willingness to attend and participate in professional

development opportunities.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

The successful applicant will have:

> An Early Childhood Teaching degree (or equivalent)

> Proven experience in implementing a high-quality early childhood program

> Current First Aid Certificate

> Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) card

Acknowledgement

The requirements of this job description are intended to describe the general nature and responsibility of

the work in this role. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks and

skills required of the job. Employees will also be required to follow any other job-related instructions and

School policies, and to perform other job-related duties requested by their Manager to support the

School’s compliance with its legislative obligations. The Manager may, through consultation with the

employee,



vary the responsibilities of the position temporarily as required, but within the skills and

responsibility levels appropriate to the position.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to complete the online application form and provide all the following which must

not exceed 4 pages in total.

1. Response to each of the Selection Criteria: Provide a written statement to each of the Selection Criteria

and 1-2 paragraphs responding to the Key Areas of Responsibility as a whole.

2. Your referees must include a Supervisor or Manager and a personal character referee. If you are

employed at a school, you must also include your current Principal as a referee.

3. Curriculum Vitae, covering:

> Positions held (including details of present position), dates, scope of responsibilities and key

achievements.

> Details of education and professional training and qualifications and membership of relevant peak

body/professional organisation.

Certified copies of transcripts, degrees/other qualifications and certificates, and proof of registration with

any relevant professional organisations will be required should you successfully reach the interview round.

Applicants who are shortlisted after interview stage will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment

Declaration and apply for a National Police Check (at the applicant's cost).

Other Essential Requirements

Employment Conditions

Employment will be subject to the conditions of the current ACT Christian School General Staff

Multi-Enterprise Agreement. The salary and classification for this position will be dependent on the

qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

A Committed, Practicing Christian

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and a

lifestyle consistent with that faith, including an active commitment to a Christian fellowship.

Right to Work In Australia

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or hold a current and valid working visa. The School will not consider

sponsorship nor support a visa application process. Please do not submit an application if you cannot meet

this requirement.

Working With Vulnerable People Check

In keeping with the School’s policy and legislative requirements, any offer of employment is subject to you

providing a satisfactory Working With Vulnerable People check prior to commencing employment and

maintaining this for the duration of your employment.

Perks of Working at Trinity Christian School

Trinity Christian School is an employer that promotes staff excellence and values the benefit that our

professional team bring to the school. In addition to the highly competitive remuneration and conditions

as set out in the MEA we offer the following additional benefits to our staff across the school including:

> Attractive salary packaging arrangements.

> School fee concessions K to 12.

> Free access to the After School Program for junior school students (12 yrs under)

> Generous annual Staff Development Award program.

> Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

> Access to annual influenza vaccinations.

Further Information

Applications close 24 November 2026 and are to be submitted electronically as a single PDF document as

an attachment to the online application form and will be assessed as they are received. The online

application form is accessed via the ‘Apply Now’ tab on the Employment page of Trinity Christian School

website, Employment Application Form | Trinity Christian School.

All confidential enquiries can be directed to the ELC Director, Rose Young by phone +61 2 6210 7500 or

email [email protected].

Interview

Interviews may be conducted following receipt of application, prior to the application closing date.

Interviews will involve meeting with the panel as a whole and then with the Principal individually.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be expected to address each of the Key Areas of Responsibility in

the context of an interview.

Trinity Christian School

34 McBryde Crescent

Wanniassa ACT Australia 290

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📌 ELC Early Childhood Teacher (Wanniassa)
🏢 Trinity Christian School
📍 Wanniassa