Role: Educator

Centre: Goodstart Lake Munmorah

Location: Lake Munmorah, NSW

Employment Type: Full Time / Permanent

Pay: $34.99 - $38.10 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 Lake Munmorah:

At Goodstart Lake Munmorah, you'll join a long-standing and welcoming team that has been at the heart of the local community since 2004. Located within the Pacific Lakes Estate, our centre is known for its strong connections with local schools, community organisations, and families, creating meaningful opportunities for educators to make a lasting impact on children's learning and development.

Our passionate and experienced team delivers a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, supporting children from Nursery through to Preschool. Educators are empowered to nurture children's curiosity, confidence, and school readiness through engaging learning experiences, while working in a collaborative environment that values professional growth, strong relationships, and high-quality practice.

The centre features inviting indoor learning spaces, expansive outdoor environments, a thriving vegetable garden, and regular community-based experiences and excursions. If you're looking for a supportive workplace where you can build strong community connections and help shape children's early learning journeys, Goodstart Lake Munmorah offers a rewarding place to grow your career.

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:

• Certificate III or 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.

Have a question? Contact James Brendel from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email jbrendel@goodstart.org.au

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email deadlycareers@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: LAKE MUNMORAH, CENTRAL COAST || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time