Working at CAECC

At our non-profit childcare centre, we empower young learners through an immersive Mandarin language and cultural curriculum.

We believe that dedicated educators are the heartbeat of our mission to foster curiosity, empathy, and bilingual confidence in every child. Here, your career is an opportunity to shape future global citizens within a supportive, collaborative environment that values community over profit.

Join our team to bring language to life and make a lasting impact on young minds.

See our current vacancies

Why work for us?

  • Our centre is a recipient of the Workers Retention Grant which has increased educators pay by 15%.

    In addition to this, we pay above the award rate for all our staff, including:

    • 5% above the award rate for casual staff

    • 10.25% above the award rate for permanent staff

    • 13% above the award rate for permanent staff after 5 years of service

  • Employees with children attending the centre receive a discount on their childcare gap fee.

  • Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 access to free, independent counselling through our EAP provider, Acacia.

  • Professional development days: We are passionate about our employees ability to grow their knowledge, skills and experience. So, we offer professional development throughout the year. This allows educators and centre support teams to stay up to date on leading practices.

We offer a range of generous employee benefits, as well as the opportunity to work in a small, family like team.

Current vacancies

Assistant Director & Educational Leader
(Maternity Leave Cover)

We are seeking a motivated, career-driven Assistant Director & Educational Leader to join our supportive team. This is a 12-month maternity leave cover position, with the strong potential for extension for the right candidate.

See here for more information

To apply, please send your application to our centre director at director@caecc.act.edu.au