Early Learning Centre Teacher

Catholic Education - Archdiocese Canberra & Goulburn; South Canberra; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 142,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Professional development support

FLOURISH Wellbeing Program

Inter-school transfers

Job summary

The Catholic Education - Archdiocese Canberra & Goulburn invites applications for two Early Learning Centre Teacher roles at Holy Family ELC in Manuka ACT. These part-time positions offer a salary range determined by teaching service and include superannuation.

Eligibility requires Australian citizenship or permanent residency and ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance. As part of a collaborative team with the Teacher Director, you will deliver play-based learning aligned with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Early Childhood education or equivalent as required.
• WWVP clearance required.
• TQI registration required.
• Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, play-based learning experiences.
• Collaborate with Teacher Director and ELC team to create engaging programs guided by EYLF.
• Build strong partnerships with families and support transitions with Holy Family Primary School.
• Foster a safe, inclusive environment where every child is supported to learn, grow and thrive.

Skills

Play-based learning

Collaborative teamwork

Family partnerships

Education

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood or Early Childhood and Primary) or ACECQA approved qualifications

WWVP clearance

TQI registration

Job description

Catholic Education - Archdiocese Canberra & Goulburn - Manuka ACT

Salary Range: $94,596to $141,638full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status:Part-time| 60.80 and 45.60 hours per fortnight available
Eligibility:Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date:Monday, 25 January 2026, Term One

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 Teacher delivers high-quality, play-based learning experiences that support children's development, wellbeing, and readiness for school. With two positions avaliable you will work collaboratively with the Teacher Director and Early Learning Centre team to create engaging programs guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, build strong partnerships with families, and foster a safe, inclusive environment where every child is supported to learn, grow, and thrive.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 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

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood or Early Childhood and Primary) or Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) approved qualifications

ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance

ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration

Accreditation in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

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 CACGELcan be accessedhere.