Senior Educator – Toddler Room | Buderim
Goodstart Early Learning | Full-time | Up to $41.05/hr + Super
Lead with purpose. Inspire young minds. Grow your career.
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!
Why you’ll love working with us
Up to $41.05/hr + at least 5% above award
50% childcare discount + paid parental leave
Up to $6,000 study support (QLD Pathways Program)
Lead your own Toddler Room and mentor a passionate team
As a Lead 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 Buderim
Peaceful, leafy location near shops & Sunshine Coast University
74-place centre with a strong community feel
High staff retention and genuinely supportive culture
Expansive outdoor environment featuring nature play, mud kitchen & herb garden
Your role
Lead and support a team of Educators in the Toddler Room
Deliver engaging, play-based learning programs
Partner with leadership to continuously improve practice
Create a safe, inclusive environment where every child thrives
What we offer
Above award pay + ongoing professional development
Wellbeing days + Fitness Passport (discounted gym access)
Option to purchase extra leave for better work/life balance
First Nations Cultural Leave & support
Retail discounts, uniform allowance & referral bonuses
✅ What you’ll need
Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
Strong knowledge of EYLF & NQS
Current QLD Working with Children Check
Apply now — we review applications as they’re received, so don’t wait!
Jess Ambury | Talent Acquisition
07 3918 2019 |
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
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: BUDERIM, SUNSHINE COAST || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
