Role: Educator (Diploma qualified)

Location: Hassall Grove, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Hassall Grove

Employment Type: Fixed Term until July 2025 / Full Time

Pay: $32 or more an hour (based on experience)

Ongoing opportunities available at end of initial contract!
 

• 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 Hassall Grove:

Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Hassall Grove is conveniently located close to local shops and public schools is only a few minutes from the M7 motorway.

Our centre has been open for more than 20 years, with generations of families using the service. This has allowed us to develop lasting relationships with local schools as well as the Aboriginal Elders in the local area.

We are proud to share that our Exceeding ACECQA rating is reflective of all seven rated areas. 

Our service provides care for children from 6 weeks to 6 years and we have over 80 families using the centre. Our families come from a range of cultural backgrounds, and we embed culture into all aspects of the curriculum.

Meet our Centre Director:

Hello there, I’m Milica (Mel for short) and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Hassall Grove.

Throughout the last 10 years I've had experience in working with all different age groups including a variety of leadership roles which have fostered and supported me in learning, discovering and growing as an educator, leader and mentor. 

I am incredibly passionate about our sector and am also a strong believer that children learn most through safe, secure and reciprocal relationships as well as through play-based learning. My passion revolves around inclusion, reconciliation, safety and delivery quality education and care for each child.

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
• 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

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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. 

Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 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: HASSALL GROVE, SYDNEY || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time