Role: Senior Educator
Location: Douglas, TOWNSVILLE QLD 4810
Centre: Goodstart Douglas
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $ $41.05 p/h (Depending on experience) + Super
Help provide the best start to a child's life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
Be paid at least 5% above award
Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
Are you seeking a meaningful career with a supportive culture and endless opportunities for growth? Do you want to shape children's lives during their crucial developmental years and lead a team to achieve better outcomes for the future? If so, we have the perfect role for you
As a Senior Educator at Goodstart, you'll take charge of your own room, leading a team of dedicated Educators to deliver exceptional educational programs. You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and continuously improve our teaching practices. Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures that every learning experience is tailored to meet the needs of all children.
About Goodstart Douglas
Join Goodstart Douglas in a 69-place centre,nestled between Townsville Hospital, James Cook University, and Lavarack Barracks, our centre is surrounded by major employers, local schools, shops, and everyday conveniences. Less time commuting, more time doing what matters.
Enjoy a full-time position within our operating hours of 6:00am–6:00pm, offering stability, structure, and flexibility across the week.
Work in a centre where we have achieved an exceeding rating for the following areas; QA1 – Educational Program and Practice, QA3 – Physical Environment & QA6 – Collaborative Partnerships with Families and Community
This reflects our strong pedagogy, inspiring spaces, and meaningful community connections.
Inside our bright, purpose-built rooms – from Nursery to Kindergarten – children are supported to learn and thrive through play-based, sensory-rich experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework
If you're seeking a role in a high-quality centre where your skills are valued and your environment inspires both children and educators, we'd love to hear from you.
What Goodstart Can Offer You
Better pay - you'll get at least 5% above the award rate
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 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.
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
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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