Early Childhood Teacher Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Goodstart Delacombe in Ballarat, VIC.
This is an exciting opportunity to ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices.
You will be responsible for building strong, meaningful relationships with families, ensuring every child feels a profound sense of belonging and is supported to thrive.
Your passion for teaching will shine through as you mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with our centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs.
About the Centre
Goodstart Delacombe is a large, light-filled 145 place centre with a huge outdoor space that has been newly upgraded.
The centre has a long tenure team of dedicated ECE professionals and an additional teacher working across the funded kinder programs.
What We Can Offer You
* A competitive salary package comparable to state primary school teachers, with salaries starting from $80,000 for Graduate Teachers.
* Regular professional development sessions, including workshops and online discussions aligned to your career stage.
* Access to a dedicated Teachers' Community through our Learning Portal, with a comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources.
* A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated).
* 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.
Requirements
* Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved).
* Hold active Early Childhood registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or if you are new to the profession and embarking on your first role, we invite you to connect with us. Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences.
How to Apply
Please 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.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Our Commitment to Safety and Inclusion
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.