Salary Range: $80,920 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. 

Employment Status: Full-time | 12-Month Contract

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident 

Start Date: Negotiable 

Applications Closing Date: Monday, 31 August

About Mother Teresa Early Learning Centre 

Mother Teresa School is a Catholic ELC–Year 6 school located in Canberra’s Gungahlin region, proudly serving the diverse local community. Purpose-built, interconnected learning spaces support flexible, team-based teaching and enable contemporary, inclusive practices that meet the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, delivering targeted literacy programs and embracing an evidence-based approach that fosters critical thinking, and deep engagement. Staff are supported by a collaborative professional culture, structured mentoring, and access to ongoing development opportunities. With a rich co-curricular program, a commitment to educational excellence, and a values-driven environment, Mother Teresa School offers educators the opportunity to grow, contribute meaningfully, and thrive within a dynamic and supportive setting.

About the Role    

The Early Learning Centre (ELC) Educator plays a key role in supporting the delivery of a high-quality early childhood education program that promotes each child’s learning, wellbeing, development, and sense of belonging. Working collaboratively with the Early Childhood Teacher and ELC Director, the ELC Educator contributes to curriculum implementation, daily routines, and the observation and documentation of children’s learning. The role is responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive, and compliant learning environment while building positive and professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues to support positive outcomes for all children

This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on parental leave. The incumbent is entitled to return earlier to their substantive position in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.

Benefits and Opportunities    

• 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 our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications 

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance 
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or Certificate III in Education Support (birth to 12), or Certificate III in Children’s Services.
• Accreditation in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter 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 School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Amy Slaven on 02 •••• •211 or via email amy.slaven@cg.catholic.edu.au.

Application queries:Recruitment team on 02 •••• •427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.