Overview
Role: Early Childhood Teacher
Location: 107-115 Springbank Blvd, Burton SA 5110 | Small, inclusive education and care on Kaurna land
Centre: Goodstart Burton
Employment Type: FT | 38 Hours Per Week
Pay: $45.45 p.h - $68.53 | Depending on Qualifications and Experience
Responsibilities
* Ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices.
* Build strong, meaningful relationships with families to ensure every child feels a sense of belonging and is supported to thrive.
* Mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with the centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs.
* Contribute to achieving outstanding outcomes for children through curriculum development and pedagogy.
About Goodstart Burton
* Our smaller early learning centre has an 84-child capacity across four nurturing spaces.
* Seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher to join our dedicated team.
* Roster supports consistent staff hours to ensure continuity of care for families and children.
* Longstanding staff with over 10 years of experience, plus recent graduates eager to learn and work with children.
* Located on Springbank Boulevard, close to public transport, local shops, and schools.
* Vibrant and diverse staff who enrich children's lives through play-based learning.
What Goodstart Can Offer You
* Competitive pay above award; package comparable to state primary school teachers (starting salary examples: $86,000 for a 3-year Graduate Teacher and $93,425 for a 4-year Graduate Teacher).
* Regular professional development sessions, including workshops and professional online discussions.
* Access to a dedicated Teachers' Community through our Learning Portal with a library of professional learning resources.
* A mentor to support teacher accreditation or registration (where mandated).
* 50% discount off childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
* Fitness Passport – discounted gym and pool access for you and your family.
* 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.
You'll Need
* Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved).
* Current SA Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification.
* In some states teacher registration is required – please include if relevant as per below:
* South Australia – Hold active registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia (TRB SA).
How To Apply
Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted; please apply as soon as possible to progress to the next stage.
Have a question? Contact Jessica Scanlon from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email jscanlon@goodstart.org.au.
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For information and support email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au.
Safety and Inclusion
We're an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive and diverse work environment. We're committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. Safety is a priority; all candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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