Role: Educator

Location: New Lambton, NSW

Centre: Goodstart New Lambton

Employment Type: Full Time / Permanent

Pay: $28 - $32 per hour based on experience.
 

• 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

Looking for a meaningful career, a supportive culture, and the chance to grow? Whether you’re already working in early years or are just starting out, we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

As an Educator you will be a team player, collaborating with the Senior Educators and Educational Leader within your centre to observe, inform and continuously improve our educational programs on offer to children. You put safety first with everything that you do and ensure all learning experiences are inclusive and respond to the needs of all children.  
 

About Goodstart New Lambton:

• Conveniently located in a quiet residential area near The John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle CBD, local shops, schools, and community amenities, within walking distance to primary schools.
• Programs based on the Early Years Learning Framework, tailored to the children and families' cultures, interests, needs, and abilities, with a philosophy that emphasizes learning through play and "RESPECT for others."
• Strong focus on family involvement and partnership through the key educator approach, Storypark platform, family nights, and regular newsletters for effective communication.
• Features three outdoor play areas equipped with sandpits, a courtyard, vegetable patches, a fairy garden, compost area, and a blend of natural and manmade environments, plus daily art, and music experiences to foster creativity.
• Nutritious meals provided by an onsite cook, with a commitment to community engagement through local visits, events, and excursions, enriching the children's learning experience.

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 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career 
• Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
• Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance  
• Retail discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program
• Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families

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. 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 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: NEW LAMBTON, NEWCASTLE || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time