Role: Room Leader / Senior Educator

Location: Thornton, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Thornton

Employment Type: Full Time / Permanent

Pay: Up to $40 per hour + super
 

• 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 meaningful career with a supportive culture and endless opportunities for growth? Do you want to shape children's lives during their crucial developmental years and lead a team to achieve better outcomes for the future? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

As a Room Leader / Senior Educator at Goodstart, you'll take charge of your own room, leading a team of dedicated Educators to deliver exceptional educational programs. You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and continuously improve our teaching practices.

Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures that every learning experience is tailored to meet the needs of all children.

Join Our Team at Goodstart Early Learning Thornton!

Located in the heart of Somerset Park, Thornton, our 64-place centre is a vibrant hub for children aged six weeks to school age. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality education and care through a curriculum that follows the Early Years Learning Framework, led by our team of qualified and experienced educators.

At Goodstart Thornton, we embrace the power of play as an essential tool for learning, growth, and development. Our holistic approach focuses on literacy, STEM, and social-emotional learning, ensuring children are equipped for success in their academic and personal journeys.

We foster strong relationships through our key educator approach, supporting children and their families as they transition from preschool to school. Our partnerships with local schools and a comprehensive preschool program provide continuity and confidence for this critical milestone.

Our outdoor play spaces invite children to connect with nature, explore sustainability, and engage in hands-on activities like tending to our worm farm and veggie patches. Meals are prepared on-site by our qualified chef, offering nutritious and delicious options daily.

Family involvement is at the heart of what we do. Through our Storypark platform and collaborative partnerships, we ensure open communication and meaningful engagement with families. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, creating a culturally rich environment where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.

Explore our centre and discover how we can make a difference in the lives of children, families, and the community. Join us in shaping the future of early childhood education at Goodstart Early Learning Thornton!

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'.

Every child comes into the world seeking a secure relationship with their caregivers. Many years of research has proven the importance of positive attachments such as the Circle of Security. Secure attachments with primary caregivers create a child who is happier, healthier and ready to learn about the world around them. 

I also believe that every child has the right to feel a sense of belonging, to be included and be a part of each unique community. For every child to have access to participate meaningfully in and experience positive outcomes within our service.  

Look forward to meeting you and introducing you to my wonderful team!

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
• 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:

• 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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. 

Have a question? Contact 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 our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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Posting Notes: THORNTON, MAITLAND || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time