Overview
Role: Educational Leader
Location: Aitkenvale, TOWNSVILLE QLD 4814
Centre: Goodstart Aitkenvale
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $38.20 - $66.09 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + $2.25 Educational Leader Allowance + Super
Responsibilities
* Lead change, and champion practice uplift and excellence
* Collaborate with Educators to observe, review, and continuously enhance educational programs
* Drive curriculum excellence aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework
* Mentor educators, uplifting practice through coaching and collaboration
* Champion reflective practice to enhance outcomes for every child
* Support the team in maintaining and exceeding the National Quality Standard
* Lead innovation, inspiring fresh ideas and intentional teaching every day
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 Aitkenvale
We proudly acknowledge the Wulgurukaba People of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenum, and the Bindal, Nywaigi and Gugu Badhun peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn and play.
What Goodstart Can Offer You
* Competitive pay - you'll get paid on par with state primary school Teachers (if you hold your Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent)
* 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 better work-life balance
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
* Retail and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program
You'll Need
* Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or a 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
If you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), a Diploma qualification 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 and encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage.
Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email
Equal Opportunity and Safety
We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We are 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.
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Posting Notes: AITKENVALE, TOWNSVILLE || QLD || Australia (AU) || Diploma - Children's Services or equivalent || Full-Time
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