Role: Educational Leader
Location: North Queensland
Centre: Goodstart Proserpine
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Pay: Above Award Salary + Super + BenefitsLead change, and champion practice and uplift excellence.
Get paid on par with state primary school Teachers*.
Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave.
Are you ready to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact on children's lives?
Do you want to work for an organisation that supports your success and professional growth?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
As an Educational Leader at Goodstart, you'll collaborate with Educators in your centre to observe, review, and continuously enhance the educational programs offered to children.
You'll deepen the team's understanding of child development and early years content, guiding the application of the Early Years Learning Framework.
Working closely with the centre leadership team, you'll lead transformative changes and champion excellence in educational practice.
About Goodstart Proserpine Goodstart Early Learning Proserpine is conveniently located within walking distance of the town centre, near local businesses, schools, and the hospital.
It caters to children from six weeks to school age, welcoming all new families to be part of our inclusive centre.
Diverse team of educators, including two degree-qualified Early Childhood Teachers delivering the Queensland Government-approved Kindergarten program.
Rooms from Nursery to Kindergarten are set up according to the Early Years Learning Framework, offering sensory and play-based learning environments.
Colourful, stimulating indoor environments help children grow and prepare for school readiness through play-based activities.
Outdoor playgrounds feature a balance of natural and manmade elements, promoting environmental understanding and creative play.
Open communication with families is achieved through our Story Park platform, providing clear and consistent updates on children's milestones and achievements.
Strong focus on community engagement through excursions, visits, and participation in local events, fostering children's sense of belonging and contribution.
What Goodstart can offer you:
You'll get paid on par with state primary school Teachers (*if you hold your Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent).
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:
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or a 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.
If you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), a Diploma qualification or ACECQA approved equivalent, then we'd love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
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.
We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
Have a question?
Contact Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email
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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