Educator

Goodstart Early Learning; Darwin; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Childcare gap fee discount

Parental leave 4 weeks (6 weeks from -

Professional development

Wellbeing days

Extra leave purchase

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning in the Darwin area is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join our not-for-profit network. You’ll be part of a collaborative centre team delivering quality early learning experiences to children and families.

Requirements include Cert III in Early Childhood Education, a minimum of 2 years’ experience, a current Working with Children Check and First Aid, and knowledge of the EYLF and NQS. We offer above-award wages and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Cert III in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in early childhood education.
• Current Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification required.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
• Ability to lead a classroom and engage with children, families and colleagues.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children and families.
• Support reflective practice and share best practices to improve the education program.
• Maintain a safe environment for children, families and team members.

Responsibilities

• Observe, inform and continuously improve our educational programs within your centre.
• Work collaboratively with peers to implement the educational program.
• Prioritise safety and ensure learning experiences are inclusive for all children.

Skills

2+ years experience

Team collaboration

Child engagement

Education

Cert III in Early Childhood Education

Working with Children Check

First Aid Certification

Job description

Role:Early Childhood Educator
Location:Darwin area, NT – All centres are located within the Darwin area in the NT
Salary Range: Ranging from $40 to $45 per hour + Superannuation (Dependant on qualifications and experience)
Employment Type:Full-time Permanent

We offer quality early learning programs, as well as accredited Kindergarten and Preschool programs across Australia . We are looking for like-minded professionals who are committed to making a difference in children’s lives in the Darwin area in the Northern Territory, Australia. Click here tosee our various Darwin locations - NT

• 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 above award wages, 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.

We’re Goodstart! – a not-for-profit with a vision for Australia’s children to have the best possible start in life.

At Goodstart, we’re all about laying the foundation for better lives through amazing early learning experiences, and we know that we can’t do that without great people like you!

From our centre directors to teachers and centre teams, we work together to make a real difference for children in those crucial early years.

Safety, health and wellbeing are more than just words to us, they are a personal commitment and a promise we make to our children, our families and each other every day.

Your Impact!

As an Educator, you will be a team player, collaborating with your peers 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 respond to the needs of all children.

You’ll need:

• Educator – Cert III in Early Childhood Education
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience
• Current Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Having passion and enthusiasm to lead a classroom effectively engaging with educators, families and children to implement the educational program
• Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with children and families
• Support a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement
• Seek and share best practice examples to improve the education program
• Maintain a safe environment for children, families and team members

WhatGoodstart can offer you:

Better pay - you’ll get above award wages

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 - asAustralia’s largest provider ofearly learning and care and a not-for-profitsocial enterprise, we exist purely to improvethe lives of Australia’s children and their families

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.