Part Time position
15-30 hours per week
🌟 Shape Young Lives with YWCA Canberra Children’s Services 🌟
Are you a passionate, Diploma-qualified educator looking for meaningful work that fits your lifestyle?
Join YWCA Canberra Children’s Services and play a vital role in supporting children to learn, grow and thrive in our School Age Care service in North Canberra.
We’re seeking enthusiastic and committed Diploma Qualified Educators (Early Childhood Education and Care) to deliver engaging before and after school care that is fun, inclusive and developmentally appropriate.
About the Role
As a School Age Care Educator, you will:
- Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate programs that support children’s learning, wellbeing and interests
- Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels valued
- Support children’s social, emotional and physical development through play-based experiences
- Work collaboratively with a supportive and values-driven team
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
About You
You are someone who:
- Is passionate about working with school-aged children
- Brings warmth, empathy and professionalism to every interaction
- Is reliable, flexible and enjoys working as part of a team
- Has experience in the children’s or school age care sector
- Holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Communicates confidently with children, families and colleagues
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
- A current National Police Check
- Demonstrated experience or skills in children’s services or school age care
- A strong commitment to child safety, wellbeing and inclusion
- The ability to support children with additional or complex needs
WWVP Requirement
All YWCA Canberra employees must hold and maintain a valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration throughout their employment. We adhere to a strict ‘No card, no start’ policy — this clearance must be obtained prior to commencement.
Why Join Us?
At YWCA Canberra Children’s Services, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that genuinely values its people. We offer a supportive workplace culture where your contribution is recognised and your professional growth is encouraged.
YWCA Canberra offers:
- Competitive base salary with charity tax-free PBI options
- 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any YWCA Canberra service
- Opportunities for professional development and further study through our in-house registered training organisation.
- Generous parental leave entitlements, 3 days extra paid annual leave between Christmas and New Year, annual flu vaccinations.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program for guidance and counselling
Join Canberra’s ONLY Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and make your mark in shaping children’s futures.
Apply now via the SEEK candidate application portal and be part of our impactful journey!
Visit https://ywca-canberra.org.au/about-us/careers/ to access the position description.
Applications close 12 April 2026
Want more information?
For a confidential discussion or further information please contact Chiara Will, by emailing Chiara.Will@ywca-canberra.org.au
Make Your Mark
Don’t miss this opportunity to lead with passion and purpose, shaping the future and empowering young minds. Join us at YWCA Canberra Children Services and be the change you want to see in the world.
YWCA Canberra reserves the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closing date.
YWCA Canberra is committed to the safety of children and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to participate fully in all child protection risk management recruitment processes and ongoing character checking and assessment processes.
YWCA Canberra is an equal opportunity employer. People from diverse backgrounds and with diverse life experiences are encouraged to apply. We specifically encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.