Role: Early Childhood Teacher / Educational LeaderEmployment Type: Full Time / PermanentPay: $42 - $55 per hour based on experience + Ed Leader allowanceLead change, and champion practice uplift and excellenceGet paid on par with state primary school TeachersGet 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leaveAre you ready to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact on children's lives? Do you want to work for an organisation that supports your success and professional growth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!As an Educational Leader at Goodstart, you'll collaborate with Educators in your centre to observe, review, and continuously enhance the educational programs offered to children. You'll deepen the team's understanding of child development and early years content, guiding the application of the Early Years Learning Framework. Working closely with the centre leadership team, you'll lead transformative changes and champion excellence in educational practice.About Goodstart Prairiewood:Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Prairiewood is conveniently located in the heart of Prairiewood, close to several local schools. We are proud to be part of the Prairiewood community.We offer education and care for children from 15 months to until they are ready to go to school. Our families and educators come from a range of different cultural backgrounds, and many educators speak a second language.All our educators are highly experienced, friendly, and dedicated. We all strive to provide quality education and care and aim to create learning environments that are safe yet challenging, honing the imagination, curiosity, and creativity of the children.What Goodstart can offer you:You'll get paid on par with state primary school Teachers50% discount off your childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balanceFirst Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel, and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programYou'll need:Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) (or ACECQA approved equivalent)Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality StandardsCurrent NSW Working with Children CheckIf you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or ACECQA approved equivalent, then we'd love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.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.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.