Educator

Capital Region Community Services; Australia; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Capital Region Community Services in Ginninderra, ACT, is seeking qualified Educators for permanent part-time roles to support children’s learning and development in a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple positions are available.

The role requires Certificate III in Early Education and Care, current First Aid/CPR/Anaphylaxis, and strong teamwork skills. You will interact with families and the community, helping children thrive.

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate III qualification or higher in Early Education and Care
• Current Anaphylaxis, Asthma, CPR and First Aid Certificates
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to positively interact with educators, children, families and the community
• Genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF)
• Hold a certificate or willing to obtain the National Child Safety Training (GECCKO)
• Hold a certificate in Keeping Children and Young People Safe or be willing to obtain

Responsibilities

• Uphold professional and ethical standards, demonstrating accountability, initiative, and effective time management
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment through respectful communication, feedback, and support of diversity and inclusion
• Work in alignment with organisational goals, policies, and National Quality Standards to support high-quality service delivery
• Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of children through effective supervision, hygiene practices, and risk management procedures
• Create and maintain safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments with appropriate use of resources and sustainable practices
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues while engaging in continuous professional development and service improvement

Skills

Certificate III in ECEC

First Aid & CPR

Communication skills

Teamwork

NQF knowledge

GECCKO training

Keeping Children Safe

Passion for children

Education

Certificate III in Early Education and Care

Job description

MAKE YOUR NEXT CAREER MOVE A GREAT ONE AND JOIN US!

CRCS is always looking for extraordinary people who want to share their knowledge and experience to contribute to achieving our vision of an inclusive and connected community.

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

About the Educator Roles

We’re searching for passionate and dedicated Qualified Educators to join our team in a permanent part-time capacity to work at our Ginninderra Early Childhood Centre. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building strong relationships, supporting children’s learning and development, and contributing to a warm, welcoming environment where children, families, and educators feel truly connected. Multiple positions are available.

If you’re a motivated educator who is enthusiastic about early childhood education and enjoys working as part of a supportive team, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

To be successful in this role you will need to have:

• Minimum Certificate III qualification/working towards (will be considered)or higher in Early Education and Care


• Current Anaphylaxis, Asthma, CPR and First Aid Certificates


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to positively interact with educators, children, families and the community


• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development


• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment


• Sound knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF)


• Hold a certificate or willing to obtain the National Child Safety Training (GECCKO)


• Hold a certificate in Keeping Children and Young People Safe or be willing to obtain

Responsibilities

In this rewarding role you will undertake the following responsibilities:

• Uphold professional and ethical standards, demonstrating accountability, initiative, and effective time management


• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment through respectful communication, feedback, and support of diversity and inclusion


• Work in alignment with organisational goals, policies, and National Quality Standards to support high-quality service delivery


• Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of children through effective supervision, hygiene practices, and risk management procedures


• Create and maintain safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments with appropriate use of resources and sustainable practices


• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues while engaging in continuous professional development and service improvement

CRCS has zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all young children and young people. As part of our commitment to child safeguarding, all employees are required to comply with our child safe policies and mandatory reporting requirements. Applicants will be required to demonstrate their commitment to child safety and undergo rigorous screening processes, including Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) checks.

CRCSalso requires all employees to:

• Hold or be willing to obtain a satisfactory Working with Vulnerable People registration (ACT) and/or aWorking with Children Check (NSW) and have these with them at all times whilst employed by CRCS.


• Undertake a National Criminal History Clearance by CRCS prior to commencing and every three years thereafter as a condition of employment. Employees are required to advise CRCS of any convictions that may effect their eligibility to work or perform the inherent requirements of their position

We are a supportive and inclusive workplace with excellent conditions, including:

• Discounted early education and care program services.


• Commitment to supporting your professional development.


• Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity

We encourage applications from all backgrounds. These include, but are not limited to:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people


• LGBTIQ+


• Those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds


• Carers


• People with lived experience of disability

About CRCS

Our organisation offers a diverse range of service offerings designed to support parents, caregivers, and education services in nurturing, supporting, and raising healthy, vibrant, and happy children and young people. The services provided include parent/carer education, support groups, early education support, targeted interventions for families and children, evidence-based therapeutic programs, and supported/targeted playgroups. Our employees will work collaboratively as a team to deliver tailored services across these programs, ensuring the best outcomes for all involved.