Educator

Goodstart Early Learning; Toowoomba; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning is seeking a dedicated Educator to join their team in Toowoomba. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while enjoying competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Applicants should possess a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood and have a strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework.

Benefits

50% discount off childcare gap fees

4 weeks paid parental leave, increasing to 6 weeks

Paid professional development opportunities

Two wellbeing days included in personal leave

Option to purchase extra leave

Retail discounts on insurance, travel, and technology

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent).
• Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Senior Educators and Educational Leader to improve educational programs.
• Ensure safety and inclusivity in all learning experiences.

Skills

Knowledge of Early Years Learning Framework

Knowledge of National Quality Standards

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood

Diploma in Early Childhood

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time 38 hours per week

• Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
• Get the flexibility and support you need to live a balanced life
• Be paid at 5% above award, and enjoy a host of great additional benefits

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.

Your Impact

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 response to the needs of all 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 4 weeks paid parental leave – increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023
• 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 Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

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.

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.

Posting Notes: CENTENARY HEIGHTS, TOOWOOMBA || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time

About the company

Goodstart Early Learning are here to give your Child the best start to Learning, from Kindergarten to Pre-School and Child Care. Book a Centre tour today.

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