Support young children's learning and development through engaging play-based experiences, positive relationships and daily routines, helping to create a safe, inclusive environment where every child feels valued, confident and ready to thrive.
Salary Range: $84,157 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status:Full-time | 12-month contract
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Monday, 18 January ****
About Holy Family Early Learning Centre
Holy Family Early Learning Centre (ELC) offers a nurturing, play-based program guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and inspired by Reggio Emilia principles. Serving children from nearby suburbs, the ELC focuses on developing each child's identity, wellbeing, and learning through observation-led planning in thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces. Strong connections with families and Holy Family Primary School support smooth transitions and foster a welcoming community for early learners.
About the Role
The Early Learning Centre Educator supports the Early Childhood Teacher and ELC Director in delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences that foster children's development, wellbeing, and sense of belonging. Working as part of a cooperative team, you will contribute to high-quality preschool programs, build positive relationships with children and families, and help create a protected, inclusive environment where every child is supported to learn, grow, and thrive.
This appointment is temporary as it is to replace an employee who is on parental leave and the incumbent is entitled to return to work early in accordance with the Fair Work Act ****.
Benefits and Opportunities
24 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of caregiver status
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
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.
Accreditation in accordance with 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 School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.
Position-specific queries:Sarah Power on ************ or via email ****** .
Application queries:Recruitment Team on ************ or via email ****** .

Applicant Information Pack
Holy Family Primary School was opened in **** and is situated in Castleton Crescent Gowrie, in the Parish of Corpus Christi. There are three primary schools within the parish, inlcuding St Francis of Assisi, located in Calwell and St Clare of Assisi, Conder. St Mary MacKillop College (Years 7-12) in Waniassa and Isabella Plains enables parents a Catholic high school pathway for their children

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