Role: Educator 

Location: located on the lands of the Wiradjuri people

Centre: Goodstart Ashmont 

Employment Type: Permanent/Full time and fixed term opportunities working 38 hours per week 

Pay: $33.54 - $36.53 per hour + super 

Looking for a centre that feels like home? Join our welcoming team at Goodstart Early Learning Ashmont — a 90-place centre located in a friendly residential area of Wagga Wagga, close to schools, shops and community spaces.

Our centre features bright, engaging indoor environments and large outdoor play spaces complete with sandpits, forts, veggie gardens, a cubby house and an outdoor kitchen — perfect for hands-on, play-based learning.

As an Educator at Goodstart Ashmont, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values inclusion, creativity and professional growth. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, you’ll help create meaningful experiences that nurture every child’s curiosity, confidence and cultural identity.

We’re passionate about building strong connections with families and our local community through Storypark, regular events, and open communication. With nutritious meals provided daily and a strong sense of belonging, our centre is a place where children — and educators — thrive.

If you’re an enthusiastic and dedicated Educator who’s ready to make a real difference, we’d 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  

• 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: 

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent) 

• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards 

• Current NSW 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 Rainbow Leung from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email rleung@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. 

YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/8qdD25-OhgA  

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Posting Notes: ASHMONT, WAGGA WAGGA || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time