Role: Room Leader - Diploma Qualified Educator

Location: Hawthorne, City of Brisbane, QLD 4171 

Centre: Goodstart Hawthorne

Employment Type: Full Time 38 hours per week 

Pay: up to $34.72 + 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 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 Senior 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 Hawthorne:

• 4 Room Centre - aged from 15 months to 6 years
• Off Street parking and close to public transport including bus and ferry
• Small team with a long term Director with years of experience

.  ✨Meet the Team at Hawthorne – click here

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 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 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  jcrowhurst@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: HAWTHORNE, BRISBANE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time