Overview
Role: Educator
Location: Harristown, Toowoomba Region QLD 4350, home of the Giabal and Jarowair People
Centre: Goodstart Harristown
Employment Type: Full Time 38 hours per week
Pay: Up to $36.53 per hour + Superannuation + Benefits
What you’ll do
- 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
As a Goodstart Educator, you’ll become a vital part of our team, working alongside Senior Educators and our Educational Leader to craft and enhance exceptional learning programs for our children.
Your dedication to safety and inclusivity will ensure every child thrives and feels valued in their learning experiences.
About Goodstart Harristown
You will be part of a culturally diverse and inclusive 138‑place centre that values individuality and inclusion as the foundation of a child’s educational journey.
Located across from Harristown Primary School and near St. Anthony’s, Harristown High School, and Concordia, the centre supports families with children of all ages.
Our team collaborates to support the centre’s growth.
We offer flexible rosters and working arrangements, including school hours, to support a healthy work‑life balance.
You will join an experienced team, with some Educators having been with us for over 20 years.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people living with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
What Goodstart can offer you
- Better pay – you’ll get at least 5% above the award rate
- 50% discount off your childcare gap 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
- Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
- Robust knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
- Current Queensland Working with Children Check
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.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Have a question?
Contact your Talent Acquisition Partner, Smitha Aiholli, at or via email sai
Our commitment
We’re an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive and diverse work environment.
We’re dedicated to Reconciliation and ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging.
Safety is our priority; all candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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Required Skill Profession
Healthcare