Role: Senior Educator

Location: Kin Kora, Gladstone Region QLD 4680, Goreng, Goreng Goreng, Byelee, Bunda land 

Centre: Goodstart Kin Kora

Employment Type: Full Time 38 hours per week

Pay: up to $34.72 per hour + 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 Kin Kora:

Goodstart Kin Kora, a 74-place childcare centre, is conveniently located on the corner opposite Kin Kora Primary School, close to shops, bus routes, main roads, and residential estates. The centre prides itself on its commitment to sustainability, featuring a fully operational vegetable and herb garden. Our large, age-appropriate play spaces and equipment are designed to enhance children's awareness of their surroundings and the greater environment.

Community involvement is important to us. Through visits to the centre and participation in various events and activities throughout the year, we enrich the children's learning experiences. Daily art and music experiences allow the children to freely express their creativity.

Our team of long-term, dedicated Educators includes five staff members who have been with us for over 10 years, along with multiple others with over five years of service. We celebrate and embrace the diverse cultures within our community, ensuring a rich, inclusive environment for all.

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  

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 kpearson3@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: KIN KORA, GLADSTONE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time