Early Childhood Educator

About Us

Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council (WBACC) is seeking a passionate and energetic Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to join Gudjahgahmiamia MACS Early Learning Centre.

Located in the heart of the Wreck Bay Community, our small 30-place centre supports children aged 6 months to 5 years in a welcoming, culturally connected and beautiful bushland setting. Join a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality early childhood education and care and building strong relationships with children, families and community.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a unique Aboriginal Community early learning environment
• Supportive team where your ideas are valued
• High-quality educational resources
• Culturally responsive programming supported by SWAY (Sound, Words, Aboriginal Language and Yarning) and the WABCC Bherwerre Rangers team
• Professional development with training fees covered by WBACC
• Staff mentoring through Noah’s Inclusion Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging, with up to $15,900 of annual salary potentially tax-free if eligible
• Centre closure for three weeks over Christmas/New Year and one week for NAIDOC

About the Role

• Fixed-term position commencing September 2026 and concluding on the last day of care in December 2027

• Subject to a three month probabtion period during which the Gudjahgahmiamia Director will work through the performance appraisal form with the successful applicant

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am–3:30 pm and Friday: 8:30 am–1:30 pm

• Paid staff meeting one afternoon each fortnight

• Extension may be considered following a review in November 2027, subject to operational needs

• Employment under the Children’s Services Award 2010

About You

You will be a caring, capable and reflective educator who can:

• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues and other services
• Communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
• Understand issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Develop, implement and evaluate high-quality educational programs and children’s portfolios
• Apply strong knowledge of early childhood development
• Follow—and support others to follow—relevant regulations, legislation and centre procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the centre
• Demonstrate sound time management, delegation, problem-solving and computer skills
• Apply knowledge of QIAS, work health and safety, and child protection requirements

Essential Requirements

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent, recognised in Australia
• Current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one
• Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration, or to obtain one
• Police check issued within the past six months, or willingness to obtain one

A successful ACT WWVP application and ongoing registration are mandatory. All staff must provide evidence they are a fit and proper person to work with children for daycare licensing purposes. A three-month probationary period applies, including a performance appraisal with the Gudjahgahmiamia Director.

All qualifications must be verified and recognised in Australia. For information about the WWVP process, visit Access Canberra.

How to Apply

If you are a Diploma-qualified early childhood educator who is passionate about culturally responsive practice and helping children thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply via SEEK today - you must be able to meet all of the criteria above and reside within a reasonable distance to the centre.

Submit a brief cover letter and your up to date resume outlining your recent experience.

Interviews will be held onsite at Gudjahgahmiamia MACS