Early Learning Centre Educator

Early Learning Centre Educator

Holy Spirit Primary School, Nicholls

Nicholls, ACT

Kindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time

Applications Close: 5 March 2026

Contribute to engage and educate children in our play‑based program, valuing nature play and meaningful, hands‑on learning.

Salary Range: $72,828 full-time equivalent plus superannuation

Employment Status: Part-time | 32.5 hours per fortnight | 12 month contract 

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: Negotiable

About Holy Spirit Early Learning Centre

Holy Spirit Early Learning Centre is situated in the heart of Gungahlin on the Holy Spirit Primary School site. We aim to provide all children with a learning environment that is play based, engaging, respectful and developmentally appropriate, enabling each child to begin their journey of being lifelong learners and responsible, compassionate global citizens. Rated 'Exceeding', against the National Quality Standards, the Preschool offers a dedicated preschool program for 4-year-old children prior to entering Primary School.

About the Role

Preschool Educators inspire young minds, nurture curiosity and build strong foundations with creativity and passion. They work alongside the Early Childhood Teacher and Early Learning Centre Director to facilitate teaching and learning, foster relationships and partnerships, and ensure that children feel safe and develop a strong sense of identity. Holy Spirit Early Learning Centre is looking for a vibrant and supportive educator to join our team. We are a Preschool looking for someone to work with a supportive team to engage and help educate the children in our ELC. We are a play based learning program that values risky and nature play opportunities.

This appointment is temporary as it dependent on funding from the government.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Access to curriculum resources and professional development that support evidence-based early childhood teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• 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

Qualifications

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance (WWVP); and
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care; or
• Certificate III in Education Support (birth to 12); or
• Certificate III in Children’s Services.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

For further information about the ELC, please visit our website.Information about the CECG can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Please contact Cate Druhan on 02 6162 0488 or via email Cate.Druhan@cg.catholic.edu.au 

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

Applicant Information Pack

Holy Spirit Primary School, Nicholls

Nicholls, ACT

www.holyspirit.act.edu.au

Principal: Julie Wiley

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Primary

Gender: Coed

642 Students

43 Teaching Staff

15 Non-Teaching Staff

Nicholls, ACT

Holy Spirit School is a Christian community and a centre of educational excellence. Energized with the Spirit and through dynamic partnerships, we challenge and support one another towards growth.