Senior Educator- Educational Leader

Goodstart Early Learning; Nambour; On-site; AUD 38,572 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $43/hour + Super

6 weeks paid parental leave

50% childcare gap fees

Scholarships up to $6,000

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning Nambour – Doolan Street, QLD is seeking a Senior Educator to lead a room and mentor a team of educators, delivering engaging, play-based learning aligned with the EYLF and supported by the Centre Leadership Team. You’ll foster strong relationships with children and families, contribute to high-quality outcomes, and uphold an inclusive, safe learning environment.

The role offers pay rates up to $43.00 per hour plus Super, 50% childcare discount, up to 6 weeks parental

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care required.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
• Current QLD Working with Children Check.
• Certificate of Completion for National Child Safety Foundation Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of educators within your room.
• Create engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and high-quality educational outcomes.
• Foster an inclusive, safe and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

EYLF knowledge

NQS knowledge

Leadership

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

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Goodstart Nambour – Doolan Street, QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) Peoples)

Lead with purpose. Inspire young minds. Grow your career.

At Goodstart, we're passionate about giving every child the very best start in life—and supporting our educators to do the same. With pay rates of up to $43.00 per hour plus Super, above-award wages, career development opportunities, and a supportive leadership team, this is more than a job—it's a rewarding career where you can make a lasting impact every day.

Get 50% off your childcare gap fees plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.

Currently studying? Eligible educators may access scholarships of up to $6,000 through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program while completing a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

If you're ready to take the next step in your early childhood career, lead your own learning environment, and help shape the future for children and families, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

As a Senior Educator at Goodstart Nambour – Doolan Street, you'll lead your own room and guide a team of passionate educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences.

Working alongside our Centre Leadership Team and Educational Leader, you'll play a key role in mentoring educators, supporting children's development, and continuously improving educational practice.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead and support a team of educators within your room
• Create engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to continuous improvement and high-quality educational outcomes
• Foster an inclusive, safe, and nurturing learning environment

About Goodstart Nambour – Doolan Street

Warm and welcoming 75-place centre located in a quiet residential neighbourhood

Caring for children from 6 weeks to school age

Play-based curriculum inspired by the Early Years Learning Framework

Individual learning experiences tailored to children's interests, strengths, and developmental needs

Large outdoor environments featuring sandpits, vegetable gardens, bike tracks and open-ended nature play

Conveniently located near the local hospital, schools and shopping precincts

Supportive and collaborative team culture focused on quality outcomes for children and families

Strong emphasis on sustainability, environmental awareness, and connecting children with nature

Why you'll love working with Goodstart

• Earn up to $43.00 per hour + Super
• At least 5% above award wages
• 50% childcare discount plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Fitness Passport – discounted access to gyms and pools for you and your family
• Paid professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
• Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year
• Option to purchase additional leave for greater work-life balance
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Discounts on travel, technology and insurance
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program
• Get 50% off your childcare gap fees plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Eligible educators may access scholarships of up to $6,000 through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program while completing a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

What you'll bring

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Current QLD Working with Children Check
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via the Geccko platform
• A passion for mentoring educators and delivering high-quality learning outcomes for children

Ready to join our team?

Want to know more?

I’d love to chat about the role and what makes Goodstart such a rewarding place to work.

AtGoodstartwe are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support [e-mail]

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’rean equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know thatGoodstartersfrom diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow.We’realso deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feea strong senseof 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,neglectand harm. As a Child Safe Organisation,allofour candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children checkalong withCertificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed viaGecckoplatform.

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