Early Learning Centre - Nature Play Educator

Trinity Christian School; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Christian School's Early Learning Centre in Canberra is seeking a Nature Play Educator for a permanent, full‑time position. You will deliver an authentic outdoor nature program for children in the ELC, aligned with the school's Christ‑centred education and the Love, Nurture and Service ethos.

The successful applicant will work with the Principal, Head of Junior School and ELC Director, contribute to risk assessments, plan nature learning across spaces, and engage families and the wider

Qualifications

• The minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or actively pursuing).
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) card.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an outdoor nature program for the ELC.
• Oversee outdoor spaces and ensure inviting learning experiences.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate nature into the curriculum.
• Assist the Director and Educational Leader with risk assessments for outdoor learning.
• Plan nature learning across spaces outside the ELC, including Trinity site and parks.
• Document children’s learning and display their work respectfully.
• Build positive partnerships with children, families and the community.
• Contribute to a professional team culture and uphold school values.
• Participate in all ELC activities and support daily team tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor education passion

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or actively working towards)

Job description

Early Learning Centre - Nature Play Educator

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 25 September 2026

To provide an authentic and engaging outdoor nature program to children in our Early Learning Centre (ELC) in a manner 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 team member is responsible to the Principal through the Head of Junior School and Director of the ELC. This is a permanent full-time position with four weeks annual leave (various shifts available). The ELC is open from 8am - 6pm and educators are expected to work within those hours as per the roster.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Development and implementation of a dynamic and engaging outdoor nature program for children in the ELC which honours God as our Creator.
• Overseeing the set up and resourcing of the outdoor learning spaces and ensuring the areas are inviting and provide opportunities for a range of learning experiences.
• Develop professional and positive partnerships with the teachers to be able to assist children with their learning and development, complimenting the classroom curriculum and learning outcomes for each child.
• Assist the Director and Educational Leader to develop and review risk assessments for outdoor learning and nature play as required.
• Plan and implement nature learning in spaces outside the ELC (this can include the Trinity school site, local parks and the Erindale community garden).
• Contribute to the documentation of children’s learning and displaying children’s work and their processes respectfully.
• Establishing of positive partnerships with the children, families and the school and wider community.
• Actively contributing to a positive and professional team culture in the ELC and across the Trinity School Community, upholding the values of the school at all times.
• Complying with all legislative requirements. Ensuring you are aware of all regulations, legislation and centre/school policies and how to apply them in practice.
• Participating in all ELC activities, using your initiative to complete daily tasks as required to support the team and children each day.
• Participation in other school activities as directed.

Selection Criteria

• Be a committed Christian with a clear understanding of, and support for, education in a Christian School setting.
• Have a genuine interest in the welfare of students and also in their social, spiritual and academic development.
• Demonstrate an interest and joy in nature and a willingness to spend most of your days outdoors.
• Have excellent communication skills especially with young children.
• Have well-developed interpersonal skills to contribute to a positive and professional team culture.
• Demonstrate the ability to work as a team member including the ability to critically reflect on your practice and attitudes and how these affect the wider 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:

• A minimum of Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Or actively working towards)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) card

Affiliation: Christian
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

1080 Students
120 TeachingStaff
60 Non-Teaching Staff

Trinity Christian School is an independent, co-educational Preschool - Year 12 school located in Canberra, ACT. We provide opportunities for all students to grow academically and mature in faith and service. The core aspirations we have for our students are to grow loving hearts, enquiring minds and generous spirits.