Welcome to Ascolta Early Learning and Care
At Ascolta, our values Listen, Love, Laugh, and Learn - are at the heart of everything we do!

We’re excited to offer multiple opportunities at our brand-new, 88 place centre opening this July in the beautiful coastal suburb of Sorrento. This role is perfect for a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher who is ready to be a part of something from the very beginning and grow their careers in a modern, well-resourced, and supportive environment.

About the Role

We are open to offering this position in one of two ways:

A combination role, where you will lead our vibrant Worker Bee Room (3–5 years) while also fulfilling ECT responsibilities across the service, or

A dedicated ECT role, where you focus solely on mentoring, program leadership, and curriculum across the centre.

As the Early Childhood Teacher, you will be responsible for:

Designing and delivering an engaging educational program.

Leading and mentoring a small team of educators to establish a strong school-readiness program.

Creating a safe, inspiring, and stimulating learning environment.

Supporting educators to develop meaningful, child-led, play-based programs.

Observing and documenting children’s milestones using Early Works.

Planning and evaluating developmentally appropriate programs inspired by Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Inquiry-Based Learning philosophies.

What You'll Love About Ascolta

A team culture that’s welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing.

Strong support from our onsite Educational Leader.

Weekly incursions run by external providers.

Daily onsite cleaner to help maintain a hygienic environment.

A boutique, Perth-based organisation offering genuine support and growth opportunities.

What We Offer

Negotiable hourly rate, based on experience and qualifications.

Open to applicants available 4 days a week

Wellness program to support mental and physical wellbeing.

Minimum of 2 hours off the floor for planning.

Paid professional development and career progression opportunities.

Staff discount on childcare fees.

Uniform provided.

Employee benefits and rewards program.

What You Need

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or ACECQA-approved equivalent.

Applicants must currently reside in Perth, WA (we are not considering interstate applications at this time)

Registered or eligible for registration with the Teachers Registration Board of WA.

Proven experience working as an Early Childhood Teacher

A valid WA Working with Children Check

Current First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (HLTAID012) (or willingness to obtain).

Legal right to work in Australia.

Why “Ascolta”?

“Ascolta” means “to listen” in Italian—a word that captures our purpose. We believe when children feel truly heard, they grow up feeling confident, secure, and empowered.

Ready to Join Us?

Click APPLY now and upload your resume.

For a confidential conversation, please contact:

Fairlie Pitman
📧 [email protected]
📞 0408 214 388