Role: Educational _ Leader
Location: Caloundra, Sunshine Coast QLD 4551
Centre: Goodstart Caloundra
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $38.20 - $66.09 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + $2.25 Educational Leader Allowance + Super
* 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
Are you ready to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact on children's lives? Do you want to work for an organisation that supports your success and professional growth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
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.
Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails .
About Goodstart Caloundra
Passionate about leading quality education and supporting a close-knit team in a beautiful coastal setting? Goodstart Caloundra is seeking an experienced Educational Leader to join our vibrant early childhood community.
Located just minutes from Caloundra’s stunning beaches and close to shopping centres, schools, and public transport, Goodstart Caloundra offers care and education for children aged 15 months to 6 years. We are a community-focused centre that values connection, creativity and collaboration. Our vision, “Together as a family, for children,” guides everything we do.
* Working in a full-time floating position where you’ll support Early Childhood Professionals across all age groups and rooms, bringing consistency, flexibility and strong leadership to daily routines.
As an Educational Leader, you will have 5 dedicated hours per week to:
* Collaborate with Early Childhood Professionals on curriculum planning and documentation
* Guide and mentor the team to uphold the National Quality Standard
* Lead reflective practice to enhance learning outcomes
* Promote community connections that enrich the learning environment
Looking to shape a meaningful journey for children in a nurturing and natural environment? We would love to hear from you!
What Goodstart can offer you:
💰 Competitive pay - 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 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:
* 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
If you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), a Diploma qualification or ACECQA approved equivalent, then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email svo@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.
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