Senior Educator

Senior Educator - Educational Leader at Goodstart Early Learning

Overview

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.

About Goodstart Forbes

• Our welcoming centre caters for up to 75 children across our Nursery, Toddler and Preschool rooms. With a homelike feel, it's a place where both children and educators feel comfortable and supported.
• The Centre Leadership team is led by Director Aimee-Lee and Assistant Director Brooke, who together bring over 30 years of sector experience. They pride themselves on creating a supportive and collaborative environment for all staff at the service.
• We are in a convenient residential area, close to schools, shops and local facilities — making excursions easy to manage and offering staff added convenience at the end of the day to run personal errands.
• Our team are actively involved in our wider community and participate in local events and programs relevant to children and families.

What Goodstart Can Offer You

• You'll be paid on par with state primary school teachers (if you hold your Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent)
• 50% discount off childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Fitness Passport — access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a 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 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 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 NSW 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 and encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.

Have a question?

Contact James Brendel from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email jbrendel@goodstart.org.au

Equal Opportunity and Safety

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. Safety is our priority; all candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check. We are a Child Safe Organisation dedicated to safeguarding children.

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