Role: Educator

Location: Thornton, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Thornton

Employment Type: Full Time (38 hours per week) / Maternity Leave Cover

Ongoing opportunities available at end of initial contract!

Pay: $28 + 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
   

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 Thornton:

Goodstart Early Learning Thornton is nestled in Somerset Park in Thornton with many families living in the local area. Our centre is a 64-place centre catering for children aged six weeks through to the transition to school. 

Our curriculum follows the Early Years Learning Framework and is implemented by highly qualified and experienced teachers and educators.

We value the power of play as a process by which children learn and an essential component for healthy growth and development. Our focus on literacy and STEM forms the basis for our academic curriculum an essential part of our holistic approach to children’s learning.

Meet Our Centre Director:

Hello, my name is Katie, and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Thornton.

Since leaving the UK in 2007 to start a new life in Australia, I was lucky enough to begin my journey at Goodstart Thornton as a Senior Educator.

I've been with Goodstart Early Learning for over 16 years. In my time with Goodstart, I've also been given opportunities to be an Educational Leader, 2IC and most recently an Assistant Director.

I believe that all children have the right to play, learn and grow in a safe, secure, nurturing and stimulating environment. As the famous child psychologist Jean Piaget once said, 'Play is the work of children'.

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
• 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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions – for further information and support, email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au

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: THORNTON, MAITLAND || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time