Educational Leader: Transform Early Years Practice

Goodstart Early Learning; City Of Busselton; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Salary parity with teachers

Childcare discount

Paid parental leave

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing days

Free flu shot

Extra leave options

First Nations support

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Dunsborough is seeking an Educational Leader to collaborate with Educators, observe and enhance the Early Years Learning Framework across the centre. You will lead changes and support high-quality practices to support children's development.

You'll work with a dedicated leadership team, earn pay parity with state primary school teachers, and enjoy benefits such as professional development, childcare discounts, parental leave, and wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.
• Experience in leading change in education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe, review and continuously enhance the educational programs offered to children.
• Guide the application of the Early Years Learning Framework in the centre.
• Lead transformative changes and champion excellence in educational practice.

Skills

EYLF & NQS knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Education (ECE)

Job description

• Paid professional development

Role: Educational Leader

Location: 2 Inverness Avenue, DUNSBOROUGH LAKES, 6281, WA

Centre: Goodstart Dunsborough

Employment Type: Permanent/Full time or part time opportunties available

Pay: up to $65 p/h (based on qualification and experience pending) + Educational Leader Allowance $2.81 per hour additional

• 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 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
• 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 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.

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.

For more information contact Talent Acquisition Partner Melanie – 03 9648 9857 / [e-mail]

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]

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: DUNSBOROUGH || WA || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time