Role: Early Childhood Teacher 

Location: Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast 

Centre: Goodstart Burleigh

Employment Type:  Full Time / 38hrs per week / Working with our inquisitive 3–5-year-olds in a 22-place Kindergarten room

Pay: $45.45ph - $68.53ph 

• Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career 

• Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers 

• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave 

• Currently studying? We have scholarships of up to $25,000 available through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program for eligible educators studying an ACECQA-approved Bachelor degree 

 
Are you ready to bring your knowledge and creativity to a place where you’ll be truly valued? Do you dream of shaping pedagogy and practice in your classroom? Are you passionate about crafting a curriculum that resonates with children’s needs, interests, and ideas? If so, we'd love to explore the amazing opportunities we have just for you. 

As an Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart, you'll ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with families, ensuring every child feels a profound sense of belonging and is supported to thrive. Your passion for teaching will shine through as you mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with our centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, achieving outstanding outcomes for our children. 

Join us at Goodstart, where your passion and creativity will transform young lives and enrich your teaching career.  

Join the team at Goodstart Burleigh!

• 🚀 Outstanding Quality Rating – Our centre proudly holds an ‘Exceeding’ National Quality Standard rating from the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority — a reflection of our long-standing commitment to excellence. Goodstart Burleigh has consistently achieved an Exceeding rating since 2013, demonstrating our unwavering dedication to high-quality practice, meaningful relationships, and continual improvement in everything we do.
• 🌟 Prime Location – Perfectly positioned in the heart of Burleigh Waters, our centre offers both convenience and lifestyle. We’re less than 10 minutes from Stockland Burleigh Heads, Robina Town Centre, and the stunning Burleigh Beach — ideal for a relaxing lunch break or a quick walk by the water. Within easy walking distance, you’ll also find a bakery, Subway, local carvery, medical centre, and corner store, making it easy to grab lunch, pick up essentials, or enjoy a moment of calm during your day.
• 🚶‍♀️ Easy Access – Located on a main road with a bus stop directly outside our centre, Goodstart Burleigh is easily accessible by public transport. Whether you’re travelling from the coastline or the hinterland, the daily commute is simple and convenient.

• 🚗 Free Onsite Parking – We provide free onsite parking for all team members, ensuring a stress-free start and finish to every day.
• 👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 Supportive & Fun Team - Join a welcoming, professional team that genuinely supports one another. Our educators bring between 2 weeks and 22 years of experience, creating a strong sense of connection and shared purpose. We value collaboration, flexibility, and time for reflection — with regular opportunities for team bonding, professional growth, and a healthy dose of fun along the way. It’s a place where everyone is encouraged to bring their strengths and ideas to the table, knowing they’ll be heard and valued.

• 🏡 Our Centre – Our 82-place centre features five engaging learning environments and four outdoor play spaces that encourage exploration, imagination, and connection. We’re continually building on these spaces to create rich opportunities for learning — both within the centre and out in the community. A key focus for our team is embedding regular excursions into our curriculum, giving children meaningful hands-on experiences that extend their learning beyond the classroom. Inside, our staff room is a friendly, collaborative space where ideas are shared, achievements are celebrated, and there’s always time for a chat (and a good cup of coffee).
• 💖 Experienced Leadership– Be supported by a dedicated and experienced leadership team who bring more than 60 years of combined experience to their roles. Together, our Centre Director, Assistant Director, and Educational Leader lead with empathy, integrity, and a shared commitment to empowering others. We believe that every educator is a leader, and we take pride in nurturing each team member’s professional growth through ongoing guidance, reflection, and mentorship.
• 🌍 Our Culture –– Our centre embraces and celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We honour significant cultural events such as NAIDOC Week, Diwali, and Chinese New Year, while ensuring that every culture, story, and perspective is valued year-round. Within our workplace, we foster a culture of encouragement and collaboration — where educators uplift, celebrate, and inspire each other. It’s an environment grounded in respect, teamwork, and genuine connection.
• 🧸 Our centre vision – At Goodstart Burleigh, our vision is to create a place where every child, family, and educator feels a deep sense of belonging. Children are truly at the heart of everything we do — their voices, interests, and wellbeing guide our decisions every day. We are passionate about building strong, trusting relationships and creating an environment where everyone who walks through our doors feels seen, heard, and supported to thrive.

 What Goodstart can offer you: 

• Competitive pay - you’ll get paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers (our starting salary is $86,000 for a 3-year Graduate Teacher and $93,425 for a 4-year Graduate Teacher) 

• Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors and more experienced teachers 

• Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources 

• A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated) 

• 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 

• 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 or Master of Early Childhood qualification (ACECQA approved) 

• Current Queensland Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification 

• In some states teacher registration is required – please include if relevant as per below: 

• Queensland – Registration voluntary if eligible, not required 

If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or if you are new to the profession and embarking on your first role, we invite you to connect with us! Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences. 
 

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: VARSITY LAKES, GOLD COAST || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Bachelor (ECT) 3yr || Full-Time