Position Summary
Role: Educator
Centre: Goodstart McKinnon
Location: McKinnon, VIC
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $33.83 - $38.10 p/h (Depending on qualification and experience) + Super
Responsibilities
As a Goodstart Educator, you will work alongside Senior Educators and our Educational Leader to craft and enhance exceptional learning programs for our children, ensuring every child feels valued in their learning experiences.
About Goodstart McKinnon
Goodstart McKinnon is a welcoming 75‐place long day care centre located in a quiet residential area, close to public transport and local amenities. The centre supports meaningful learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, celebrating cultural diversity and building strong relationships with families and the community.
Supporting Children
* Support children from Nursery through to Kindergarten, offering variety and development across age groups.
* Work full‐time within operating hours 7:15am – 6:15pm, Monday to Friday.
* Receive day‐to‐day support from leaders who value educator wellbeing.
Benefits
* At least 5% above the award rate.
* 50% discount off 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 personal leave per year.
* Free annual flu shot (optional).
* Option to purchase extra leave for greater work‐life balance.
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
* Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology.
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program.
Qualifications
* Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or equivalent).
* Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.
* Current VIC Working with Children Check.
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity across cultures, backgrounds and experiences.
Safety is our priority; we take all actions necessary to ensure all children can feel safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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