Early Childhood Teacher - Educational Leader

Goodstart Early Learning; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 112,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-par teacher pay

50% childcare discount

Paid parental leave

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing days

Free annual flu shot

Extra leave options

First Nations support

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning in Brisbane is seeking an Educational Leader at Goodstart Jindalee to collaborate with Educators, observe and refine educational programs, and deepen understanding of child development and EYLF application. You will work with the centre leadership to drive transformative changes and champion educational excellence.

The role is permanent part-time (30 hours/week) with a competitive hourly pay scale and an Educational Leader Allowance, offering strong professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or ACECQA approved equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.
• Current Blue Card and relevant child-safety training.

Responsibilities

• Observe, review and enhance educational programs in the centre.
• Guide application of the EYLF and support child development content.
• Collaborate with centre leadership to lead transformative changes and drive excellence in practice.

Skills

Educational leadership

Change management

Child development

Early childhood knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Education (ECE)

EYLF & NQS knowledge

Blue Card

National Child Safety Training (Geccko)

Job description

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Location: Jindalee QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Yuggera & Turrbal peoples)

Centre: Goodstart Jindalee

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (30 hours per week)

Pay: $51.52 - $71.79 per hour, based on experience – plus Educational Leader Allowance

• Lead change, and championpracticeupliftand excellence
• Get paid on par with state primary school Teachers *
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave

Are you ready to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact on children's lives? Do you want to work for an organisation that supports your success and professional growth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As an Educational Leader at Goodstart, you'll collaborate with Educators in your centre to observe, review, and continuously enhance the educational programs offered to children. You'll deepen the team's understanding of child development and early years content, guiding the application of the Early Years Learning Framework. Working closely with the centre leadership team, you'll lead transformative changes and champion excellence in educational practice.

Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails here .

About Goodstart Jindalee

• Welcoming 75-place centre
• Open from 6:30am to 6:00pm
• Enjoy 2.5 hours of programming time each week
• Rotating roster
• Modern purpose-built centre, rebuilt just 4 years ago following the floods
• Conveniently located near Jindalee Park and the Brisbane River
• Experienced Centre Director with more than 8 years at Goodstart
• Ample street parking available
• Minutes' walk to local bus stops
• Just 6 minutes from DFO Jindalee
• At Goodstart Jindalee, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values quality education, professional growth, and creating meaningful outcomes for children and families.

WhatGoodstart can offer you:

• You’ll get paid on par with state primary school Teachers
• 50 % discount off your childcare 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
• T wo 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 of Education (Early Childhood Education)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Current Blue Card
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

If you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or ACECQA approved equivalent, then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

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