Location: Highfields, Toowoomba Region QLD 4352, Jarowair and Giabal country
Centre: Goodstart Highfields
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 Highfields:
Our 75-place centre, located away from the hustle and bustle of the city, exudes a warm, country feel. Our five-room facility features three expansive playgrounds and regular access to bush kindy, allowing children and Educators to explore and collect fruit from our very own orchard. The centre is guided by an outstanding, long-term leadership team with extensive experience.
Our team is committed to upholding best practices by ensuring that relationships form the foundation of everything we do. This relationship-based approach creates a supportive and nurturing environment, enabling us to embrace and learn from each other's unique backgrounds while delivering the highest quality of care and education.
Our dedicated Centre Director, with 27 years of experience in the childcare sector, is passionate about mentoring, leading, and inspiring her team. We celebrate a rich diversity of cultures, including those from the Philippines, Vietnam, Australia, Indonesia, and India, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. This cultural diversity enriches our community, promoting a sense of belonging and mutual respect among children, families, and staff. Our team is committed to inclusiveness, creating a supportive and nurturing environment that embraces and learns from each other's unique backgrounds.
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
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 kpearson3@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.
Posting Notes: TOOWOOMBA || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF: LI || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time