Early Childhood Educators

Early Childhood Educator (Qualified & Assistants) Kalgoorlie ELC

Our quest

Hello. We're The Y WA,

We're that local (Not-For-Profit) Early Learning Centre (ELC) located in Kalgoorlie. We're all about inspiring and nurturing children to become independent little butterflies. And guess what? You're a big part of how we make this happen. You could be one of our new Casual Early Childhood Educators (Qualified or Assistant), who's passionate about making a positive meaningful impact every day, preparing our children for a lifetime of growth and learning. But let's cut to the chase. Why join The Y? Check out your awesome perks below.

Your awesome perks

• $38.66 p/h to $43.53 p/h + 12% Super per annum
• Plus remote living allowance $5.14 p/h
• Immediate access to the 10% ECEC Worker Retention Payment
• Enjoy flexible days and hours (No Weekends)
• Casual positions as a Qualified or Assistant Educator
• Generous corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
• Genuine mentorship, training, and professional support
• Buy a NEW CAR & save on tax (Novated Leasing on offer)
• $500 - Refer a friend incentive
• Work for a WA based Non-For-Profit making a real difference in our local community with unwavering focus and commitment to safeguarding children

What you'll be doing:

If you live local, you might know our Kalgoorlie centre? At the start of your day, you'll walk past our award-winning nature escape (and smile). You will work with our close-knit team of passionate educators ensuring our children enjoy an encouraging, inclusive safe environment whilst instilling a love for learning. Your Room Leader will work with you to develop individualised programs while maintaining developmental records and keeping parents informed. Then at the end of your shift, you'll walk out the door (smiling again) knowing the children are continuing to develop in body, mind, and spirit.

You'll be great in this role if you…

• Have infectious enthusiasm and passion in early years education and care
• Have a Diploma or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
• Understand the National Quality Framework & National Education and Care Services Regulations 2012, the EYLF and the NQF
• 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
• Can obtain HLTAID012 First Aid certificate or equivalent

Our latest survey results

At the Y WA, we thrive on feedback and deeply value our people's insights that drive positive change. With 9% growth in employee engagement over the past 12 months, our latest survey shows that our people love our open communication, recognition and the genuine care we provide for their wellbeing. They take pride in knowing their efforts impact our goals and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Join us and be part of a team that makes a lasting impact.

How to apply

Click on the "Apply" button below to submit your application. Please submit your CV and a cover letter with your application. For the full job description click on the PDF file on the attachment link below. Should you require any further information please call Faisal Khalil on

Closing date: Friday, 26th September 2025

We may start interviews before the closing date.

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:

The Y WA kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies or third parties.