Role: Room Leader - Senior Educator
Location: Muswellbrook, NSW
Centre: Goodstart Muswellbrook
Employment Type: Permanent / Full Time
Pay: $34 - $38 per hour based on experience
* 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
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.
About Goodstart Muswellbrook:
Goodstart Early Learning Childcare Centre Muswellbrook is in a quiet residential area, close to schools and shops, in the heart of Wanaruah and the Kamilaroi People's land – to whom we pay respect as the traditional custodians.
The educators at Goodstart Muswellbrook are dedicated professionals who are committed to working with families to provide a safe and stimulating learning environment. Our team are committed to forming strong partnerships with families to build an accurate picture of their child’s strengths and overall development. Families are encouraged to actively engage with their child’s learning by contributing their own stories and experiences to the program.
Meet Our Centre Director:
Hi, my name is Deb, and I am proud to be the Centre Director here at Goodstart Early Learning Muswellbrook.
Our Exceeding rating is testament to the passion and commitment our educators have in developing wonderful relationships with children and families, amazing environments, and inspiring learning opportunities for the children.
I hold a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Teaching and have worked in the Early Childhood profession since 2000. I joined the team at Goodstart Muswellbrook in 2012 as a casual educator and then became the teacher in the Preschool room before commencing the role of director in January 2017.
What Goodstart can offer you:
* Better pay - you’ll get at least 5% above the award rate
* 50% discount off your childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
* Paid professional development
* 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 NSW 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 our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email jbrendel@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.
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Posting Notes: MUSWELLBROOK || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time