Role: Inclusion Support Educator

Centre: Goodstart Elara – Harvest Street

Location: Marsden Park, NSW

Employment Type: Fixed Term until February 2026 / Part Time (25 hours)

Pay: $36.65 - $39.91 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 Marsden Park:

Located in the heart of the Elara community, our purpose-built centre provides a modern, welcoming and naturally inspired environment for children aged six weeks to Preschool. With eight spacious learning spaces, dedicated nursery sleep rooms and direct access to beautiful nature-based outdoor areas, there are plenty of opportunities to create engaging, meaningful learning experiences.

Our outdoor spaces feature sensory gardens, nature play areas, a mud kitchen, teepees, vegetable gardens, digging patches and two large sandpits. Our onsite kitchen and child-height servery also create opportunities for children to connect with their educators through cooking, food preparation and everyday experiences.

We’re proud to have been named Goodstart Centre of the Year at the 2023 Goodies, recognising our exceptional team and the positive impact they make for children, families and the wider community.

If you’re looking for a centre where your ideas are valued, children’s voices are heard and you can genuinely make a difference, we’d love to welcome you to Goodstart Elara – Harvest St.

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

• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

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

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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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Posting Notes: MARSDEN PARK || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Part-Time