Senior Educator

Goodstart Early Learning; Shire Of Harvey; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Childcare discount 50%

Fitness Passport

Paid professional development

Wellbeing days

Flu shot

Extra leave

First Nations support

Discounts on retail

Uniform allowance

Referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Australind is seeking a Senior Educator to lead the Running Toddler Room. In this part-time, permanent role (30 hours per week), you will manage your own room and guide a team of Educators to deliver engaging early learning programs.

You’ll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and Educational Leader to observe and refine teaching practices, ensuring safety and inclusivity for all children and strong family partnerships in a warm, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF and NQS.
• Current WA Working with Children Check.
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training via Geccko platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated Educator team in the Running Toddler Room.
• Deliver and review engaging educational programs.
• Collaborate with Centre Leadership and Educational Leader to improve teaching practices.
• Uphold safety and inclusivity for all children.

Skills

Team leadership

Observation & assessment

Communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved)

National Child Safety Foundation Training

Job description

Role: Senior Educator – Running Toddler Room

Location: 96 Paris Road, AUSTRALIND, 6233, WA - Wadandi Noongar Country

Centre: Goodstart Australind

Employment Type: Part Time/Permanent - 30 hours p/w

Pay: $41.74 - $43 p/h + super

Are you seeking a meaningful career with a supportive culture and endless opportunities for growth? Do you want to shape children's lives during their crucial developmental years and lead a team to achieve better outcomes for the future? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

As a Senior Educator at Goodstart , you'll take charge of your own room, leading a team of dedicated Educators to deliver exceptional educational programs. You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and continuously improve our teaching practices. Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures that every learning experience is tailored to meet the needs of all children.

About Goodstart Australind

• Warm, Community-Focused Centre - Be part of a welcoming, inclusive centre where strong family partnerships are at the heart of everything we do.
• Convenient Coastal Location - Enjoy easy parking, public transport links and a beautiful setting close to the estuary, parks and local schools.
• Beautiful Learning Spaces - work in newly renovated, home-like environments designed to support children's wellbeing and development.
• Established Team - Join a stable team with long-standing educators, led by an experience Director who value collaboration and mentoring.

What Goodstart Can Offer You

• Better pay - you'll get at least 5% above the award rate
• 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

• Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Current WA Working with Children Check
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

Have a question? Contact Melanie Symonds from our Talent Acquisition Team on 08 8214 8421 or via 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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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