Early Childhood Teacher

Goodstart Early Learning; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Mentor support

Parental leave

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing days

Flu vaccine

Extra leave options

First Nations support

Discounts

Uniform allowance

Referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Griffin is hiring an Early Childhood Teacher to lead engaging learning experiences at our Griffin centre. You’ll foster belonging, collaboration with families and a strong program that supports children’s development.

Ideal applicants hold a Bachelor or Master of Early Childhood, QLD Working with Children Check and First Aid; registration may be required in some states. The role offers a stable full-time schedule and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Early Childhood qualification (ACECQA approved).
• Current QLD Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification.
• Registration may be required in some states (Queensland – Registration voluntary if eligible, not required).
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, x 2 completed via Geccko platform.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and guide learning with purposeful teaching practices.
• Mentor and support educational practices in the classroom.
• Collaborate with centre leadership to develop, review and implement high-quality early learning programs.

Education

Bachelor or Master of Early Childhood qualification (ACECQA approved)

Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training (Geccko platform) x2

Job description

Role: Early Childhood Teacher

Location: Griffin QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Gubbi Gubbi people)

Centre: Goodstart Griffin

Employment Type: Full -Time (38hrs a week) -Fixed term till May 2027

Pay: $47.61 - $71.79 per hour, depending on qualification and experience

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.

About Goodstart

• 110 purpose built centre
• Six spacious learning spaces providing beautiful environments for children and educators
• Open 6am-6pm, supporting flexibility for working families
• Ample onsite parking for easy and convenient access
• Just 10 minutes from Westfield North Lakes, with everything you need close by
• Conveniently located opposite Griffin State School, right in the heart of the local community
• A dedicated and experienced team, with educators who have been part of the early learning sector for up to 20 years
• Wonderfully diverse, multilingual team who speak Spanish, German, Hindi, Tagalog and Gujarati – helping us celebrate and reflect the diverse families in our community

WhatGoodstart 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 https://performancemanager10.successfactors.com/sf/home?bplte_company=Goodstart&_s.crb=s6EstHja7GK5zo6o50dMtaTQDvgesSdUcuHmnn7Duc0%3ddiscounted 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 QLD 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
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, x 2 completed via Geccko platform

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.

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.

Supporting our people and protecting our children

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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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