• Service has been approved for the Early Childhood Worker Retention Payment.
• Opportunity to complete Certificate 111 in Early Education and Care as a traineeship.

1 Part-time (0.6 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.

x1 Part-time (0.4 FTE) appointment fixed term to Jan 2027.

Base salary range: 

• $58,056 – $61,358 p.a. (pro-rata) + 17% super OR 
• $60,645 – $64,094 p.a. (pro-rata) +12% super.

Opportunity to work in an ‘Exceeding’ service.

Flexible rotating rosters.

About the area

UWA Child Care Services provides an Early Learning Centre that offers part-time and full-time care to children aged six weeks to five years.

About the opportunity

• Assist in the supervision and care of children aged 0 to 5 years.
• Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the developmental program.
• Interact positively and appropriately with children and implement routines which enhance well-being.

About you

• Hold, or be actively working towards, a Certificate III in Early Education and Care.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (WA) Act 2012 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2012.
• Experience in working in the Education and Care industry and working with children 0 to 5 years.
• Understanding and  experience  with  the  Accreditation  and  Assessment  rating  process  in accordance with the Australia Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) is desirable.
• Awareness of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards and Elements is desirable.

Note: A Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION Assistant Educator - (520714).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Joanne Powell at joanne.powell@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 21st November 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please Call our new P&C Service Centre on +61 8 6488 0312 or contact us for any enquiry on people@uwa.edu.au