Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)
Are you ready to turn your passion for early childhood education into a thrilling adventure? We're not just about teaching - we're all about creating a vibrant, nurturing community that sparks growth, fosters belonging, and inspires teamwork!
Centre: Goodstart Crestmead Third Ave
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time 22.5 hr, 3 days a week
Pay Rate Starting From: 33.71 per hr + Super + Benefits
* Help provide the best start to a child's life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career.
* Be paid above award.
* Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave.
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.
Why Choose Us?
* Purpose-Built Spaces: Picture a spacious facility crafted specifically for little explorers! Our age-specific playgrounds offer endless opportunities for discovery, while our excellent educator-to-child ratios ensure personalized attention for every child.
* Connect and Collaborate: We believe connections are essential! Our monthly staff catch-ups are just one facet of our collaborative spirit. We actively celebrate multicultural events that honor the rich diversity of our families and team, weaving a colorful tapestry of experiences together.
* Convenient Location: Our supportive leadership team is here to guide you every step of the way. Located just five minutes from a shopping center and a local park, recharging during lunch breaks has never been easier! Plus, we're conveniently close to local schools for stress-free pick-ups and drop-offs.
* Celebrate Team Spirit: We know that a strong team spirit makes all the difference! Join us for fun-filled activities, engaging training opportunities, and our beloved Feel Good Fridays, where we celebrate our amazing staff and their incredible contributions.
* Generous Perks: Enjoy the benefits of paid out-of-hours meetings, bonus paid training hours, and access to diverse professional development through our fantastic learning app. Don't miss our annual Educators Day, where we roll out the red carpet for our dedicated team—the heart and soul of our Centre.
Your Rewarding Career Awaits: If you're looking for a fulfilling career in early childhood education where you can thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment, we want to hear from YOU! Join us at Goodstart Crestmead and embark on an incredible journey to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families.
What Goodstart can offer you:
* Better pay - you'll get above the award rate.
* 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
* Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year.
* Free annual flu shot (optional).
* Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance.
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
* Retail 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 / Blue Card.
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.
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.
Education & Training More than 10,000 employees
With 15,000 Goodstart team members across 661 centres nurturing 63,600 children, we're Australia's largest provider of early learning and care. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. From our centre teams to our support teams, we work together to make a real difference for children in those crucial early years.
If you’re looking to work for an organisation that has an inspiring purpose, offers a flexible and family-friendly work environment, and encourages your personal development, Goodstart Early Learning could be the place for you!
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