Senior Educator

2 weeks ago

Sunbury, Victoria, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

Role: Senior Educator

Location: Sunbury

Centre: Goodstart Sunbury - Ligar St

Employment Type: Full Time (38hrs)

Pay: $32 - $33 per hr

  • 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

Looking for a meaningful career, a supportive culture and the chance to grow? A place where you can shape children's lives in the crucial years of their development and contribute to better outcomes for the future?

As a Senior Educator you will be a team player, collaborating with the Centre Leadership Team and Educational Leader within your centre to observe, inform and continuously improve our educational programs on offer to children. You put safety first with everything that you do and ensure all learning experiences are inclusive and respond to the needs of all children.

About Goodstart Sunbury - Ligar St:

  • Experienced and Diverse Team: Work alongside dedicated educators, many of whom have been with us for over two years, bringing rich cultural and linguistic diversity, including fluency in languages like Hindi.
  • Innovative Learning Environment: Engage with children in our beautifully designed Nursery space that follow the Early Years Learning Framework, promoting sensory and play-based learning tailored to each child's unique needs and strengths.
  • Community and Environmental Focus: Be part of a centre that values strong community ties and environmental sustainability, participating in local events like the Sunbury Fair and teaching children to respect nature through hands-on activities.
  • Supportive and Collaborative Atmosphere: Benefit from our excellent communication channels, including regular email updates, Storypark platform, and a welcoming whiteboard in the foyer, ensuring clear and open interactions with our amazing families and educators.


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 6 weeks paid parental leave
  • Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
  • Wellbeing focus - you'll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
  • Additional leave - you'll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
  • Retail discounts - you'll save money on insurance, travel and technology
  • Uniform allowance and employee referral program
  • Security and stability - as Australia's largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families

You'll need:

  • Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
  • Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
  • Current VIC Working with Childrens 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.

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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 our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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