Early Childhood Educator (Qualified) - Karratha ELC
Early Childhood Educator (Qualified) – Karratha (Tambrey) ELC
YMCA WA (the Y WA) – Annual Salary: $70,999.50 + $5.37p/h + 12% Super + Benefits • Full-Time permanent position
We are a local not-for-profit Early Learning Centre (ELC) located at Mantaray Loop, Karratha, focused on inspiring and nurturing children to become independent learners. You will play a key role in achieving this vision.
You could be our new Early Childhood Educator (Qualified) ready to release your early years education passion. This role supports the delivery of high-quality educational programs in a supportive team environment.
Your awesome perks
* Immediate access to the 15% ECEC Worker Retention Payment
* $5.37p/h Remote Allowance (up to $10,471.50 per year)
* Salary Packaging Remote Area Benefits (including rent/mortgage/utility claims)
* Subsidised housing & utilities (if eligible)
* Relocation assistance package (if eligible)
* Additional 1 week paid leave for the holiday season
* Generous corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
* Mentorship, training, and professional support
* Discounted childcare up to 70% per day
* Novated leasing options for a new car
* Work for a WA-based not-for-profit making a real difference in the community with safeguarding children focus
What you'll be doing:
Walking into your centre you'll engage with children and colleagues to create a safe, hygienic, and inspiring environment. You'll help maintain high-quality programs, support compliance, and actively engage with children and families to promote holistic development.
You'll be great in this role if you...
* Have infectious enthusiasm and passion in early years education and care
* Have a degree or diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent
* Can obtain HLTAID012 First Aid certificate or equivalent
* Understand the National Quality Framework & National Education & Care Services Regulations 2012
* Previous experience in children services, developing or implementing programs for 0-to-5-year-olds
* Can obtain a National Police Certificate and Working with Children card
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How to apply
Click on the "Apply" button below to submit your application. Please submit a cover letter and CV with your application. For the full job description click on the PDF attachment. For further information, please contact Karen Dudek at 0408 343 ***.
Closing date: Tuesday, 16th June 2026. We may start interviews before the closing date.
At the Y, we are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All candidates are screened, including police checks, to ensure the right people are in the right roles.
To learn more about our screening processes, view the Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/
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