Role: Educator

Location: Buddina, Sunshine Coast Region QLD 4575

Centre: Goodstart Kawana

Employment Type: part time and full time opportunities available that seamlessly fit your lifestyle

Pay: up to $36.53 + Superannuation + Benefits

• 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 fulfilling career, a nurturing work environment, and endless growth opportunities? At Goodstart, we're not just offering jobs; we're shaping futures. Whether you're a seasoned professional in early childhood education or just embarking on your journey, we have incredible opportunities tailored just for you.

As a Goodstart Educator, you'll become a vital part of our team, working alongside Senior Educators and our Educational Leader to craft and enhance exceptional learning programs for our children. Your dedication to safety and inclusivity will ensure every child thrives and feels valued in their learning experiences.

About Goodstart Kawana:

Join our vibrant centre just a block from the beach, close to shops and schools, in a spacious, well-resourced environment. Our large, open rooms offer endless potential to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences.

You'll be supported by two dedicated assistants in your room and a team of experienced early childhood professionals. We value work-life balance and offer flexible working conditions to suit your needs.

Our centre has recently upgraded its outdoor spaces with sandpits, gardens, and even native bee habitats to spark curiosity and exploration. We foster strong family connections through Storypark, newsletters, and family events, and actively engage with the community through Beach Kinder, library visits, and excursions to Buddina State School.

Relax on your break in our quiet staff room, complete with a vending machine for those little pick-me-ups.

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 Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

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 your Talent Acquisition Partner, Kylie Pearson on (07) 3918 2099 or via email recruitment@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: BUDDINA, SUNSHINE COAST || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time