Role: Educational Leader  

Location: Pullenvale, Brisbane South Region 

Centre:  Goodstart Pullenvale

Employment Type: Full Time / 38hrs per week

Pay: $41.60ph - $68.34ph a+ $2.68ph Educational Leader Allowance

• 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.    
 

Join the team at Goodstart Pullenvale!

• 🌟 Prime Location – Nestled in the heart of the Pullenvale community, we’re surrounded by schools, local cafés, and a handy shopping precinct. With an IGA right next door, it’s easy to grab what you need before or after work!
• 🏫 Community Connections – We maintain strong, meaningful partnerships with our local schools, ensuring a seamless and connected approach to early learning.
• 🚶‍♀️ Easy Access – Only a 1-minute walk from the nearest bus stop, and a 30-minute drive to Brisbane CBD or 45 minutes to Ipswich CBD – your commute just got easier!
• 🚗 Free Onsite Parking – Enjoy stress-free mornings with dedicated onsite parking for all staff.
• 👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 Supportive & Fun Team – Be part of a passionate, long-standing team (3 to 16 years strong!) that loves what they do. We bring joy to our work and pride to our achievements – like winning first prize for horticulture at the Brookfield Show!
• 🏡 Our Centre – Our 75-place centre features 5 nurturing rooms. We offer a rich, nature-inspired environment, with a mud pit, flexible climbing and play equipment, and open-ended outdoor spaces tailored to children’s ages and interests. Shifts run from 6:30am–6:30pm with only one close shift per week.
• 💖 Experienced & Passionate Leadership – Our newly appointed Centre Director and Assistant Director bring years of Goodstart experience and are ready to support, guide and inspire. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate, policy-savvy, ready for growth, and can contribute with energy and positivity.
• 🌍 Inclusive Culture – Our diverse educator team celebrates inclusion every day. From cultural celebrations to shared values, our Community Champion ensures everyone feels welcomed and valued.
• 🧸 Our Vision – “To provide a home away from home, where children can dream, believe and learn in a safe, nurturing and enriched environment.”
   

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 

• 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: 

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or a 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.  

Have a question? Contact Chris on 1800 222 543 or via email cadams7@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: PULLENVALE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time