Educational Leader

Goodstart Early Learning; Dunsborough; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid professional development

Two wellbeing days per year

50% childcare discount

Fitness Passport access

Parental leave (up to 6 weeks)

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning is seeking an Educational Leader for its Dunsborough centre in Western Australia. The 97-place centre serves children from 6 weeks to 5 years, with five rooms and a focus on nurturing learning experiences.

You will join a Centre Director with ~20 years of leadership in early childhood education, guiding practice and supporting families. The role offers paid PD, parental leave, staff discounts and wellbeing benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) required.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.
• Current WA Working with Children Check.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Tools

Working with Children Check (WA)

Job description

Company description:
Goodstart is Australia’s largest early learning provider. As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
Job description:
Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails here.

About Goodstart Dunsborough:

• Convenient Location: Surrounded by coffee shops, cafes, and gyms for your daily convenience.
• Ample Off-Street Staff Parking: Enjoy secure and spacious parking for all staff members.
• Beautiful Spacious Centre: A 97-place centre designed to foster a nurturing and engaging environment for children.
• Extensive Playground: Step outside into a delightful world filled with natural play areas, including climbing equipment, veggie gardens, and spacious game areas that inspire creativity and exploration
• Large Learning Environment: Our centre features five thoughtfully designed rooms, accommodating children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. You'll have the chance to create enriching experiences for young learners in a welcoming and engaging space
• Experienced Leadership: Join a passionate Centre Director with nearly 20 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, providing strong guidance and support.

What Goodstart 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
• 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:

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Current WA Working with Children Check

If you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), a Diploma qualification 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.

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 [e-mail]

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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