Senior Educator - Nursery Room

Goodstart Early Learning; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Better pay above award

50% childcare fee discount

Paid parental leave

Fitness Passport

Paid professional development

Wellbeing days

Flu shot provided

Extra leave options

First Nations Support & Cultural Leave

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Goodstart Mackay – Bridge Rd is hiring a Senior Educator for the Nursery Room. You will lead your own room and supervise a team of Educators to deliver exceptional early learning programs in a supportive, inclusive environment.

You will collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and Educational Leader to observe and improve teaching practices. Strong focus on safety and meeting diverse children's needs is essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead your own room and manage a team of Educators to deliver high-quality educational programs.
• Collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and Educational Leader to observe, inform, and improve teaching practices.
• Ensure safety and inclusivity and tailor learning experiences to meet all children's needs.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety consciousness

Inclusive culture

Communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood

EC / ACECQA equivalent

Working with Children Check (QLD)

National Child Safety Foundation Training (Geccko)

Tools

Geccko platform

Job description

Pay: $41.74 - $43 per hr

• Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
• Be paid at least 5% above award
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave

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!

Senior Educator – Nursery Room

Location: Mackay, QLD

Centre: Goodstart Mackay - Bridge Rd

Employment Type: Full Time - 38hrs per week

Pay: $41.74 - $43 per hr

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 Mackay – Bridge Rd

• A thoughtfully designed two-building centre created to support children from their first nursery days through to kindergarten.
• Dedicated approach that builds independence, confidence and the skills children need for a smooth transition to school.
• Regular connections with local schools, including prep classroom visits and meaningful experiences within the wider community.
• A warm, connected environment where children feel secure, families feel valued and every stage of their early learning journey is supported.

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
• 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

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

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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