Early Childhood Educator Role
As an experienced educator, you have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can make a positive impact on the lives of children. We are seeking a qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our team.
* Job Description:
* Lead a classroom effectively, engaging with educators, families, and children to implement the educational program.
* Maintain a safe environment for children, families, and team members.
* Utilise and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide to deliver high-quality education programs and practice in collaboration with the Education Leader.
* Comply with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures, and Requirements.
* Positively contribute to delivering the Centre and business plans.
* Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Senior Educator - Diploma in Early Childhood Education
* Current Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
* Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
* Passion and enthusiasm to lead a classroom effectively engaging with educators, families, and children to implement the educational program
* Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with children and families
* Support a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement
* Seek and share best practice examples to improve the education program
* Maintain a safe environment for children, families, and team members
* Benefits:
* Better pay - you'll get above award wages
* 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave – increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023
* Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
* Wellbeing focus - you'll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
* Additional leave - you'll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
* Retail discounts - you'll save money on insurance, travel, and technology
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program
* Security and stability - as Australia's largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families
* Others:
* 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'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.