Role: Senior Educator
Location: Kirwan, Townsville, QLD 4817
Centre: Goodstart Townsville
Employment Type: Full-time - 38hrs per week
Pay: $41.74 - $43 p/h (Depending on experience) + Super
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
Currently studying? We have scholarships of up to $6,000 available through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program for eligible educators studying a Diploma in ECEC
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 run the Toddler space, lead a team of experienced Educators and deliver exceptional educational programs.
You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and make improvements on our teaching practices.
Your next opportunity starts with a conversation — contact our Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss how we can support your journey.
About Goodstart Townsville
Goodstart Townsville is conveniently located in Kirwan, opposite Willows shopping centre and close to both primary and high schools.
Working in a full-time position, in a rotating roster between centre’s operating hours 6:30am – 6pm.
Lead the 2–3 year old room and create a warm and inspiring enviuronment for the eductaor and families
Mentor and support educators, modelling best practice using positive leadership methods
We have three separate outdoor learning environments to be able to specifically cater to the variety of ages and developmental needs of individual children.
If you’re a Diploma-Qualified Educator who believes in child-led learning, values relationships, and enjoys guiding both children and educators to thrive, we would love to hear from you.
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
️ T wo 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
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 Shelby Mujkanovic from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email
[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: TOWNSVILLE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
