Role: Lead Educator

Location: Albany Creek

Centre: Goodstart Albany Creek – Flamingo Drive

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Pay: To $39.35 p/hr + Super

 The Federal Government’s 10% wage boost is here! 

• 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 

 
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 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 Albany Creek – Flamingo Drive:

• We offer a welcoming and fun environment working as part of a very supportive team
• Located in a residential / commercial area close to community facilities, public transport and local schools and shops
• With low staff turnover, our Educators are one big family community who are passionate and dedicated to providing high quality educational programs and care for our children
• We promote lots of sustainable practices such as gardening, composting, taking care of our worms and using their juices to grow our amazing vegetable garden
• Community relationships are a big focus and we are always out and about in the community with all rooms having fortnightly excursions
• We are a well-resourced centre and have a Library, Art room and community garden.
• Centre focus on overall development of children with creative art sessions, yoga, cooking, football  and many more

What Goodstart can offer you: 

• Better pay - you’ll get at least 5% above the award rate 

• 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: 

• 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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions. 

Have a question? Contact Wendy Cameron from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email wcameron@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.