Early Learning Centre Educator
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
15 November 2026
Posted 22 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
30.3
24 teaching · 6.3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
17.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
425
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
28%
Girls vs boys
234 girls · 191 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $84,157 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Jude’s Early Learning Centre
St Jude’s Early Learning Centre offers a quality preschool education, catering for children in the year prior to primary school. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework which recognises the importance of communication and language (including literacy and numeracy), and social and emotional development. Programs include play experiences, intentional teaching and learning opportunities based on the interests of the children.
About the Role
The Early Learning Centre Educator works alongside the Early Childhood Teacher and (ELC) Director to deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences for preschool children. You will support daily routines, contribute to planning and observations, and build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Through a nurturing and inclusive approach, you will help create an environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported to learn, grow, and develop a strong sense of identity.
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 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 ac…