Company description
Empower children with a strong start in life! Make a lasting impact and cultivate a rewarding career journey!
Job description: Role
Educational Leader
Location
Innisfail, Cassowary Coast Region QLD 4860, Warribarra, Dugulbarra, Mandubarra, Dyirribarra and Bagirbarra Peoples of the Mamu Land
Employment Type
Full time
Pay
Ranges from $38.85 - $68.53 (Depending on qualification & experience) + Educational Leader Allowance + Super + Benefits
Benefits
* Lead change, and champion practice uplift and excellence
* Get paid on par with state primary school Teachers*
* Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
About Goodstart Innisfail
This small, 57-place centre excels in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environment for our children in Toddlers (15months to 2.5years), Pre-Kindy (2.5years to 4years) and Kindergarten (3.5years to 5years). With diverse and experienced staff from Australia, India, the Philippines and the Torres Strait Islands, the centre values strong bonds between home and the centre, ensuring holistic child development through tailored care environments and culturally rich interactions. Activities are designed to meet the specific needs of each age group, promoting physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth. The centre's commitment to inclusion, support, and development makes it a vibrant and welcoming place for children and their families.
What Goodstart can offer you
* 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 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 even greater work life balance
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
* Retail 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
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.
Contact
Have a question? Contact Fiona McMillan from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email fmcmillan@goodstart.org.au
Commitment to Reconciliation
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 deadlycareers@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.
Early Childhood Education Centre Director Goodstart Early Learning • Innisfail, QLD, AU #J-18808-Ljbffr