Role: Early Childhood Teacher - Educational Leader

Location: Mannering Park, NSW 2259

Centre: Goodstart Mannering Park

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $42.08 - $63.86 + $2.25 Educational Leader Allowance + Super

The Federal Government’s 10% wage boost is here!

• Lead change, and champion practice uplift and excellence
• Get paid on par with state primary school Teachers*
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave

Are you ready to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact on children's lives? Do you want to work for an organisation that supports your success and professional growth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As an Educational Leader at Goodstart, you'll collaborate with Educators in your centre to observe, review, and continuously enhance the educational programs offered to children. You'll deepen the team's understanding of child development and early years content, guiding the application of the Early Years Learning Framework. Working closely with the centre leadership team, you'll lead transformative changes and champion excellence in educational practice.

Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails here.   
 

About Goodstart Mannering Park:

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the next generation? Join our vibrant team at our Exceeding 38-place centre as an Early Childhood Teacher – Educational Leader!

Nestled next to Mannering Park Primary School, our centre is a hub of community spirit and educational excellence, ensuring smooth transitions and strong connections for our children.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Full-Time, Permanent Position: Stability and growth in a role that matters.
• Creative Freedom: Enjoy 2 dedicated hours each week to unleash your innovative programming ideas!
• Leadership and Mentorship: Guide and support your fellow educators, fostering a collaborative and nurturing environment.
• Curriculum Development: Design and implement a dynamic curriculum that sparks curiosity and promotes holistic development.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in ongoing training and development to stay at the forefront of early childhood education best practices.
• Professional Development: Access a dedicated office space for programming and tap into professional development opportunities across our Goodstart network.
• Rotating roster during the centre’s operating hours of 7am – 6pm, Monday to Friday.

If you're passionate about teaching and ready to shine, join us where excellence meets community spirit! Apply now and be a part of something truly special. 🌟

What Goodstart can offer you:

💰 Competitive pay - you’ll get paid on par with state primary school Teachers (*if you hold your Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent)  
👨‍👧‍👦 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 and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology

👕Uniform allowance and employee referral program

You’ll need:

• Bachelor in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA approved equivalent
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Current NSW Working with Children Check
• New South Wales – Hold active accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)

If you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or ACECQA approved equivalent, then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

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 our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email Talent Acquisition Partner, Salena Vo at svo@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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