Company description
Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider. As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
Job overview
Role: Educational Leader
Location: 61 Shakespeare Street, Mackay, 4740, QLD
Centre: Goodstart Shakespeare street
Employment Type: Permanent, Full time, 38 hours/week
Pay: $39.85 - $41.05/hour (based on Qualification and Experience) + Educational Leader Allowance + Super + Benefits
Responsibilities
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 Mackay Shakespeare Street
* Located close to town and local schools and shops, the centre is also conveniently located a short drive from the airport and residential estates.
* 74 place centre which presents us with the unique opportunity to provide a home-like environment for our staff, children and families.
* Our Lovely Centre Director has been working in Childcare since 2004.
* We value family input and work closely with parents to support each child's growth.
* We are a welcoming, calm, and supportive environment.
* Work-life harmony with rotating schedules
Benefits
* Pay on par with state primary school teachers (if you hold your Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent)
* 50% discount off 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 greater work life balance
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
* Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program
Qualifications & Requirements
* 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
* Previous experience leading change in education
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 Anjana from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email
Equal Opportunity & Diversity
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; as a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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