Cert III Educator - Strathnairn ELC

The Y Australia; Canberra; Vor Ort; AUD 52.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health & wellbeing support

Career growth & training

Employee discounts

Paid onboarding & training

WWVP renewal reimbursement

Health insurance discount

Salary packaging benefits

Zusammenfassung

The Y Australia is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator to join the Strathnairn ELC team. You will contribute to a safe, inclusive environment for children while meeting mandatory qualification and training requirements.

Join a supportive community with paid onboarding, ongoing professional development and strong safeguarding commitments. Monday to Friday full-time hours support work-life balance and career growth.

Qualifikationen

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is mandatory or ACECQA-approved equivalent.
• Availability between 7:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday on a full-time basis (76 hours per fortnight).
• Current Paid ACT Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration is mandatory.
• Food Safety certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Geccko Foundations of Child Safety Training Courses 1 & 2, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Geccko Advanced Child Safety Training Courses 3 & 4, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• ACT Government Keeping Children and Young People Safe training, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

Kenntnisse

Flexible hours

First Aid & CPR

WWVP registration

Food Safety certificate

Asthma & Anaphylaxis

Geccko Child Safety Training 1 & 2

Geccko Advanced Child Safety Training

Keeping Children & Young People Safe (

Internal Training compliance

Ausbildung

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Join Our Vibrant and Inclusive Team atStrathnairn ELC!

At The Y, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a community. Guided by our values of Honesty, Respect, Caring, and Responsibility, we foster an environment where children, young people, and staff feel safe, supported, and inspired every day.

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated educator to join ourStrathnairn Early Learning Centre (ELC). If you hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, this is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of children while being part of a team that values your ideas, supports your growth, and celebrates your achievements.

What You’ll Bring:

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification is mandatory.
• Availability between 7:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday on a full-time basis (76 hours per fortnight).
• Current Paid ACT Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration is mandatory.
• Do Food Safely certificate, or willingness to obtain.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Completion of all required Y Mandatory Internal Training and organisational online learning modules prior to commencement.
• Geccko Foundations of Child Safety Training Courses 1 & 2, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Geccko Advanced Child Safety Training Courses 3 & 4, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• ACT Government Keeping Children and Young People Safe training, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

Why Join The Y?

At The Y, we’re committed to creating a rewarding and supportive workplace where both children and our team thrive. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

• Workers Retention Grant - We are a proud participant in the Workers Retention Grant, supporting employment stability and growth within our sector.
• Health & Wellbeing Support - Enjoy free flu shots and 24/7 access to confidential counselling for you and your immediate family through Telus Health Global.
• Career Growth - Advance with industry-leading training, including Child Safeguarding certifications.
• Employee Perks & Discounts - Access exclusive rewards through Y Thanks, plus 20% off Y Canberra Region services, including childcare fees and accommodation.
• Paid Onboarding & Training - Start strong with fully paid training from day one.
• WWVP & WWCC Renewal Reimbursement - We reimburse the cost of your Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) check and Working with Children Check (WWCC) renewal (for eligible staff).
• Medibank Corporate Health Cover - Get a 9% discount on your health insurance.
• Beny - Get access to exclusive perks and insights made to enhance physical, mental, social and financial wellbeing
• Salary Packaging Benefits - Salary packaging available from 16 November 2026 - up to $15,899 per FBT year, plus an additional $2,650 for Meals and Entertainment.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

The Y Canberra Region has a commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable people first and foremost in all of our programs and activities. We have extensive Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy and Procedures which help us to continually embed a safe culture. The safety, health, and wellbeing of our participants is our paramount consideration in all decisions, actions, and practices within Y Canberra Region’s services. To find out more please visit: Safeguarding-Policy-2020-1.pdf

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in Australia without sponsorship.
• Pre-employment checks include:
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
• International Police Check - If applicable
• Two verbal reference checks - At least one referee must be your manager or supervisor from your most recent role
• Applications close on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM, unless a suitable candidate is found early.
• Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.