Early Childhood Educators

Hello. We're the Y WA

We're that local (Not-For-Profit) Early Learning Centre (ELC) located at Mantaray Loop who's 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 Early Childhood (Qualified or Assistant) Educators, ready to release your early years education passion. But let's face it, you work to live You'll also enjoy the new Karratha lifestyle with hip and happening restaurants, facilities and soak up the local national park, camping, fishing, diving and relish your awesome perks below.

Your awesome perks

• Full time or part time positions available
• Immediate access to the 10% ECEC Worker Retention Payment
• $58,285.50 to $65, Pro Rata for Part time % Super
• Plus, $5.19 p/h Remote Allowance (up to $10,120.50 per yr)
• Plus, Salary Packaging Remote Area Benefits (Incl claiming your rent / mortgage / utility bills & more) – if eligible
• Generous corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
• Genuine mentorship, training, and professional support
• Discounted childcare up to 70% per day
• Work for a WA based Non-For-Profit making a real difference in our local community with unwavering focus and commitment to safeguarding childre

What you'll be doing:

Walking into your centre you'll smile, as the early morning sun shines over our beautiful nature escape. When the door opens, you'll smell the fresh home-style meals and feel the community spirit, while you catch up with your fabulous colleagues and your special little ones. You'll encourage them to grow socially, emotionally while instilling a love for learning. You'll work with a close-knit team of educators, to ensure our children enjoy a safe, hygienic, and inspiring environment. You'll maintain high quality programs, manage compliance, and truly engage with our wonderful children and families. At the end of your shift, you'll walk out the door (still smiling) 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 (Qualified) or Cert III (Assistant) 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

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, in our latest survey 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 a cover letter and CV 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 Karen Dudek on ***

Closing date: Friday, 20th June 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 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.

Attachments:
- Early Childhood Educator (Assistant)-
- Early Childhood Educator (Qualified) -
- Recruitment Application Form (Aug
- Verify an Applicants