Role: Educator
Location: Drayton, Toowoomba Region QLD 4350, home of the Giabal Jarowair People
Centre: Goodstart Drayton
Employment Type: Full Time 38 hours per week
Pay: up to $36.53 + Superannuation + Benefits
- 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 fulfilling career, a nurturing work environment, and endless growth opportunities? At Goodstart, we're not just offering jobs; we're shaping futures. Whether you're a seasoned professional in early childhood education or just embarking on your journey, we have incredible opportunities tailored just for you.
As a Goodstart Educator, you'll become a vital part of our team, working alongside Senior Educators and our Educational Leader to craft and enhance exceptional learning programs for our children. Your dedication to safety and inclusivity will ensure every child thrives and feels valued in their learning experiences.
About Goodstart Drayton:
The centre, a hidden gem with just 58 places, is situated in a semi-rural community on the outskirts of Southern Toowoomba, offering a quiet and relaxing country atmosphere. This setting creates a wonderful ambiance, and the centre takes pride in its family-focused, home-like approach to childcare. Valuing relationship-based practices, the centre emphasizes building strong connections with families. With a strong leadership team that understands and supports work-life balance, the centre fosters an inclusive environment where all team members are valued and learning from one another is encouraged within a mentoring team atmosphere.
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
- 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:
- Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
- Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
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 your Talent Acquisition Partner, Kylie Pearson on (07) 3918 2099 or via email recruitment@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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Posting Notes: DRAYTON, TOOWOOMBA || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time