Role: Senior Educator
Location: Northern Queensland
Centre: Goodstart Proserpine
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-time Permanent
Pay: $36.91 - $38.02 + Super + Benefits
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• Help provide the best start to a child's life.
Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
• Be paid well above the award
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
Are you seeking a meaningful career with a supportive culture and endless growth opportunities?
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 Proserpine• Goodstart Early Learning Proserpine is conveniently located within walking distance of the town centre, near local businesses, schools, and the hospital.
• 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:• Better pay - you'll get paid well above the award rates
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid professional development
• Two well-being 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 StandardsCurrent Qld Working with Children CheckHow to applyClick '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.
Have a question?Contact Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email ******
Supporting our people and protecting our childrenWe'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.
Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider.
As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families.
Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
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