Role: Lead Educator 

Centre:  Goodstart Hope Island

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38hr Monday to Friday

Pay Rate Starting From: 33.71 per hr + Super + Benefits
 

• Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career 
• Be paid above award 
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave 

 This role is internally known as Senior Educator within Goodstart.

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. 

🌟 Join Our Heartfelt Team 🌟

At our centre, relationships are at the core of everything we do! We're passionate about fostering strong, secure attachments with all children through our standout play-based learning programs. Located right across from Monterey Keys Shopping Village, with easy access to public transport and a short drive from the M1, convenience is just a bonus!

Become part of a supportive team culture where everyone looks out for each other! Enjoy fun birthday buddies, lively team events, and engaging wellness Wednesdays focusing on YOU. We're not just colleagues; we’re a family committed to promoting inclusion and making a difference.

If you're an experienced professional ready to join a long-term team dedicated to nurturing young minds, we want to hear from you! 🌈✨

What Goodstart can offer you: 

• Better pay - you’ll get 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 QLD 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.

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: HOPE ISLAND, GOLD COAST || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time