Lead Educator/Senior Educator

Location: Heatley, TOWNSVILLE QLD 4814 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $38.20 - $39.35 p/h (Depending on experience) + Super Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career Be paid at least 5% above award Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave Currently studying? We havescholarships of up to $6,000*available through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program for eligible educators studying a Diploma in ECEC Are you seeking a meaningful career with a supportive culture and endless opportunities for growth? Do you want to shape children's lives during their crucial developmental years and lead a team to achieve better outcomes for the future? If so, we have the perfect role for you As a Senior Educator at Goodstart, you'll take charge of your own room, leading a team of dedicated Educators to deliver exceptional educational programs. You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and continuously improve our teaching practices. Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures that every learning experience is tailored to meet the needs of all children. Join Goodstart Heatley – Fulham Road and bring your passion for play, learning, and community to life 82-place , Meeting-rated centre, proudly nurturing children from 6 weeks to 5 years Full-time role within centre hours, 6:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday Architecturally designed spaces with bike tracks, sandpits, shady tunnels, veggie gardens, and friendly pets — chickens, fish, and Tweet the budgie Strong community spirit — local families and community members regularly join our events, creating meaningful connections Supportive, qualified team committed to the National Quality Standard and child wellbeing Join a place where curiosity grows, play is celebrated, and every educator’s contribution matters. What Goodstart can offer you: Better pay - you’ll get at least5% above the award rate 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price ♀️ Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year ✈️ Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance First Nations Support and Cultural Leave Retail and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology Uniform allowance and employee referral program You’ll need: Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent) Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards Current QLD Working with Children Check How to apply Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email ***@goodstart.org.au At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email *************@goodstart.org.au Supporting our people and protecting our children We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check. Job Segment: Recruiting, Training, Education, Human Resources #J-18808-Ljbffr