Role: Early Childhood Teacher

Location: Aitkenvale, TOWNSVILLE QLD 4814

Centre: Goodstart Aikenvale

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $43.55 - $66.09 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + Super

• Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
• Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave

Discover what makes working at Goodstart in Townsville so special by watching this video featuring our passionate employees sharing their inspiring journeys and experiences!

Are you ready to bring your knowledge and creativity to a place where you’ll be truly valued? Do you dream of shaping pedagogy and practice in your classroom? Are you passionate about crafting a curriculum that resonates with children’s needs, interests, and ideas? If so, we'd love to explore the amazing opportunities we have just for you.

As an Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart, you'll ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with families, ensuring every child feels a profound sense of belonging and is supported to thrive. Your passion for teaching will shine through as you mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with our centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, achieving outstanding outcomes for our children.

Join us at Goodstart, where your passion and creativity will transform young lives and enrich your teaching career.

About Goodstart Aitkenvale

We proudly acknowledge the Wulgurukaba People of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenum, and the Bindal, Nywaigi and Gugu Badhun peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn and play.

Goodstart Aitkenvale is located in the beating heart of Townsville – with easy access to shopping centres, leafy parks, schools, and the beautiful Ross River. From weekend markets and beachside walks on The Strand, to a vibrant food scene and nearby Magnetic Island adventures, Townsville offers the perfect balance of lifestyle and community.

🌱 Full-time Early Childhood Teacher role in our Pre-Kindergarten room (3–4 years)

🏫 75-place, Meeting-rated centre, operating between 6:00am – 6:00pm

🤝 Work alongside a Centre Director with over 20 years of sector experience (since 2004)

💡 Inspire curiosity, independence, and a love of learning through play-based programs

🚗 Enjoy the convenience of a large car park at the front of our centre

📍 Centrally located in Aitkenvale, near the Charles & Anne Street roundabout

This isn’t just a teaching job – it’s an opportunity to shape a vibrant Pre-Kindergarten program where your ideas, creativity, and expertise are valued every single day. You’ll have the support of an experienced Centre Director and a dedicated team who share your passion for nurturing young minds.

Imagine finishing your workday and being just minutes away from a river walk, a coffee with friends, or a quick trip to the beach. That’s the Townsville lifestyle – and it’s waiting for you!

What Goodstart can offer you:

💰 Competitive pay - you’ll get paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers (our Graduate Teacher starting salary is $80,000)
👨‍💻 Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors and more experienced teachers
📚 Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated)
👨‍👧‍👦 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
💆🏽‍♀️ 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 Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
• Current QLD Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
• Queensland – Registration voluntary if eligible, not required

If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or if you are new to the profession and embarking on your first role, we invite you to connect with us! Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences.

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 Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email svo@goodstart.org.au

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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Posting Notes: AITKENVALE, TOWNSVILLE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Bachelor (ECT) 4yr || Full-Time