Role: Educational _ Leader
Location: Ingle Farm, Adelaide SA 5098
Centre: Goodstart Ingle Farm – Roopena Street
Employment Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term - Up to April 2026
Pay: $38.20 - $39.35 p/h (Depending on experience) + $2.25 Educational Leader Allowance + Super
* Lead change, and champion practice uplift and excellence
* Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
Are 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.
Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails .
About Goodstart Ingle Farm – Roopena Street
Are you an inspiring educator ready to lead with passion, innovation, and heart?
Here’s your opportunity to join an ‘Exceeding’ rated team at Goodstart Ingle Farm – Roopena Street where your expertise and vision will truly make a difference.
Nestled in the heart of our vibrant community, our purpose-built centre is more than just a workplace — it’s a place where children, families, and Early Childhood Professionals feel a true sense of belonging. We are located close to local shops, schools, the United Community Church, and just a short stroll to the local library and Ingle Farm Recreation Centre.
Our warm, inclusive culture welcomes all families, and our educators are valued as the heart of our centre. With four well-resourced rooms (Nursery 0–2, Toddler 2–3, Pre-Kindy 3–4, and Kindergarten 4–School), we cater for up to 75 children each day — supporting them from their first steps right through to their first day of school.
As our Educational Leader, you’ll be the driving force behind our high-quality curriculum, inspiring and guiding our passionate team to deliver exceptional learning outcomes for every child. You will:
* Work in a full-time, Fixed-Term up to April 2026 position. Centre’s operating hours are 6:30 – 6:30pm, Monday – Friday.
* Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of our educational programs in line with the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework .
* Mentor and empower educators, fostering professional growth and reflective practice.
* Work collaboratively with families, children, and the community to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences.
* Use our unique location and community connections to create learning opportunities that go beyond the classroom.
This is your chance to bring your vision to life in a centre that already operates at an Exceeding standard — with the resources, support, and community spirit to back your ideas.
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
💆🏽♀️ T wo 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 and childcare 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 SA Working with Children Check
If you have previous experience leading change in education and have 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. 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 Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email svo@goodstart.org.au.
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.
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