At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead your own room and inspire young minds through engaging educational programs.
- Company: Join Goodstart Early Learning, a supportive and community-focused childcare centre.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, discounts on childcare, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours, strong team support, and a commitment to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a fun, creative environment.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Early Childhood and a passion for nurturing young learners.
The predicted salary is between 87 - 90 $ per hour.
Lead your own room in a well-established 75-place Goodstart Bracken Ridge centre with strong community connections, supportive leadership and inspiring indoor and outdoor learning environments.
Role: Senior Educator
Centre: Goodstart Bracken Ridge
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $41.74 - $43 p/h (Depending on experience) + Super
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 Bracken Ridge:
Goodstart Bracken Ridge is a 75-place centre and we're looking for a passionate Senior Educator (Room Leader) to join our dedicated team and help shape meaningful learning experiences for children in the Toddlers Room every day. Our centre operates from 6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday, and the successful candidate must be flexible to work across a rotating roster within the centre's operating hours.
As a Senior Educator, you'll play a pivotal role in creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment where children can thrive, while mentoring and supporting fellow educators to deliver exceptional early learning outcomes.
Our centre offers:
- Spacious, air-conditioned learning environments
- Large outdoor play spaces featuring sandpits, cubby houses, gardens and sensory areas
- Strong community connections through excursions to local libraries, aged care communities and local events
- Daily art and music experiences that encourage creativity and self-expression
- A culturally inclusive environment where every child's individuality is celebrated
- Play-based learning programs guided by the Early Years Learning Framework
- Strong family partnerships through Storypark, newsletters and centre events
- A supportive and collaborative team committed to providing children with the best possible start in life.
What Goodstart can offer you:
- Better pay - you’ll get at least 5% 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
- 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 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
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 deadlycareers@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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