Senior Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)

• $72,342 - $86,063 + 15.4% superannuation - ASC Grade 3
• Canberra
• Ongoing Part Time

Applications close at 11:30pm 25 June AEST 2025 (late applications will not be accepted).

About the Cottage - The AIS Caretakers Cottage is a 48-place childcare facility located at the Australian Sports Commission in Bruce. It has been established to provide high-quality care in an environment that is welcoming, nurturing and educational. The Cottage has three playrooms and two separate playgrounds. Ten full-time places are available for children aged 0 to 18 months, 15 places for children aged 18 months to three years and up to 23 places for children aged three to five years.

The Cottage maintains an Exceeding Rating and has achieved an Excellent Rating three times in a row, recognising our commitment to quality service for children, families and staff.

About the team - The team at the Cottage takes a contemporary approach to pedagogical practice informed by current theory. You will have the opportunity to explore contemporary practices and implement approaches by modern theorists. For example, we integrate a Primary Caregiving Approach to support relationships, and have a commitment to embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in our work.

What we offer - 

• Above Award salary and generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.
• Above minimum educator to child ratios and above minimum qualified staff ratios 
• Access to a customised ASC L&D calendar for ongoing professional and career development.
• Encouragement and support to be innovative and creative in your work and a workplace that supports collaboration
• A family friendly workplace that supports flexible work opportunities
• Above award conditions including generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave, shut down leave and additional personal leave 
• Employee Assistance Program support for you and your family 
• Free parking 
• Diversity in employment opportunities including opportunities to work across the organisation 
• Onsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.
• The ICT resources to allow you to do your best including a personal laptop 
• Located in a bushland setting that provides opportunities for nature play.

About you - We are looking for a senior educator who have a passion for Early Childhood Education. With the following:

• Currently have or working towards a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Strong leadership skills
• You will be familiar with the EYLF 
• A strong commitment to play-based learning and reflective practice
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Current Working with Vulnerable People card

 This role is offered as an ONGOING part-time position.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact:

• Contact Officer: Lisa Syrette
• Phone number: 02 6214 1***
• Email address: ************@ausport.gov.au

Eligibility

• To be eligible for employment with the Australian Sports Commission, it is preferred that applicants are Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia.

As part of the Commonwealth Child Safety Framework the ASC is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and leading the way in Child Safety across the sports sector. This position requires a Working with Vulnerable/Children People check to obtain employment.Notes

The ASC is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo screening processes prior to appointment.Should a merit pool be established for this position, it may be used to fill ongoing or fixed term opportunities as they arise within 18 months from the date advertised.The ASC operates under the Australian Sports Commission Act 1989 and is separate to the Public Service Act 1999. The ASC accepts most leave liability and recognition of prior service if you are currently employed at a Commonwealth agency.If you are experiencing issues or have any questions with the e-recruitment system, please contact the People & Culture Hub via email ******@ausport.gov.au or phone (02) 6214 1***. 

Acknowledgement of Country  

The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where its offices are located, the Ngunnawal people and recognises any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the people of the Yugambeh Nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. The ASC extends this acknowledgment to all the Traditional Custodians of the lands and First Nations peoples throughout Australia and would like to pay respects to all Elders past and present. The ASC recognises the outstanding contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to society and sport in Australia and celebrates the power of sport to promote reconciliation and reduce inequality. 

Application and Job Description 

The Job Description can be downloaded from the attachment below. The application form will include these questions:

• Referencing the job description, please describe why you believe you are suitable for this position, including listing your key relevant achievements [up to 750 words]
• The ASCs shared values are respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence. Please describe which resonates with you and why [up to 300 words]

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