Role: Educator (Diploma)

Centre: Goodstart Grafton

Location: Grafton, NSW

Employment Type: Permanent / Full Time or Part Time (38 or 32 hours per week)

Pay: $39.91 per hour + 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
  
  

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 Grafton:

Join the experienced and passionate team at Goodstart Early Learning Grafton, a purpose-built centre caring for children from six weeks to six years. With more than 100 years of combined team experience, you’ll be supported by knowledgeable educators who are committed to quality early learning and creating a welcoming environment for children, families and colleagues.

Enjoy working across well-resourced, age-specific rooms with engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments. You’ll have the opportunity to develop and deliver meaningful programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, while being supported by experienced educators and Early Childhood Teachers, including through our school readiness program.

At Grafton, we value strong relationships, teamwork and professional growth. With nutritious meals prepared on site, a focus on family partnerships and a team that genuinely cares about the community, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while growing your career in early childhood education.

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:

• 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

• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

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 James Brendel from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email jbrendel@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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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Posting Notes: GRAFTON || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time