Diploma Qualified Educator - Strathairn ELC

Ymcacanberra; Australian Capital Territory; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing support

Career growth & training

Employee discounts

Paid onboarding & training

WWVP/WWCC renewal reimbursement

Health insurance discount

Salary packaging

Job summary

The Y Canberra Region in Strathnairn, ACT, is seeking a Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to support high-quality education and care. You will collaborate with the Lead Educator to plan and evaluate programs aligned with EYLF/NQF/NQS, supervise children, and document learning while promoting health and wellbeing.

In the absence of the Lead Educator, you will provide leadership to the room team to ensure continuity of quality care.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is mandatory.
• Full-time availability, Monday to Friday, 7.6-hour shifts between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm.
• Experience in the early childhood education and care sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of EYLF, NQF and NQS.
• WWVP registration or willingness to obtain.
• Do Food Safely certificate or willingness to obtain.
• First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification or willingness to obtain.
• Complete mandatory Y internal online training modules.
• Complete Geccko training courses 1–4 or willingness to complete.
• Complete ACT Keeping Children and Young People Safe training or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs aligned with EYLF, NQF, NQS.
• Supervise children and foster relationships with families and colleagues.
• Document children's learning and development meaningfully.
• Promote health, safety and wellbeing in the learning environment.
• Provide room leadership in the absence of the Lead Educator.

Skills

Strong communication

ECCE sector experience

Leadership in absence of Lead Educator

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)

Job description

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact?

Join our dynamic, inclusive team at The Y Canberra Region, where we don’t just value your contributions, we celebrate them! Guided by our core values of Honesty, Respect, Caring, and Responsibility, we’re dedicated to creating a culture that prioritises the safety and well‑being of children and young people.

About the role

Conveniently located in Strathnairn, one of Belconnen's newest and fastest-growing communities, this role is responsible for supporting the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care by creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments where every child can thrive.

Working collaboratively with the Lead Educator and Educational Leader, you will help plan, implement and evaluate educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standard (NQS). You will actively supervise children, foster strong relationships with families and colleagues, contribute to children's learning and development through meaningful documentation, promote health, safety and wellbeing, and maintain a welcoming environment that reflects the values and philosophy of The Y Canberra Region.

In the absence of the Lead Educator, you will confidently provide leadership to the room team to ensure continuity of high-quality education and care.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved) — mandatory.
• Full-time availability, Monday to Friday, to work 7.6-hour shifts between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm.
• Demonstrated experience working in the early childhood education and care sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standard (NQS).
• Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration for paid employment, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Do Food Safely certificate, or willingness to obtain.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Completion of all mandatory Y internal online training modules prior to commencement.
• Completion of Geccko Foundations of Child Safety Training Courses 1 and 2, or willingness to complete prior to commencement.
• Completion of Geccko Advanced Child Safety Training Courses 3 and 4, or willingness to complete prior to commencement.
• Completion of the ACT Government’s Keeping Children and Young People Safe training, or willingness to complete 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 earlier.
• Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ready to Make a Difference?