Early Childhood Teacher

Overview

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Are you ready to bring your knowledge and creativity to a place where you'll be truly valued? Do you dream of shaping pedagogy and practice in your classroom? Are you passionate about crafting a curriculum that resonates with children's needs, interests, and ideas? If so, we'd love to explore the amazing opportunities we have just for you.

As an Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart, you'll ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with families, ensuring every child feels a profound sense of belonging and is supported to thrive. Your passion for teaching will shine through as you mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with our centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, achieving outstanding outcomes for our children.

Join us at Goodstart, where your passion and creativity will transform young lives and enrich your teaching career.

About Goodstart Grafton

• We are a 90-place, purpose-built centre supported by an experienced team, bringing together more than 100 years of combined expertise in early childhood education.
• Our centre director has over 20 years of experience in the Early Childhood sector – a testament to knowledge and dedication.
• We maintain long-standing relationships with families that reflect the high-quality care and education we provide to children and the wider community.
• We take great pride in our outdoor learning spaces, with generous size and high-quality resources for learning.

What Goodstart Can Offer You

• Competitive pay — you'll be paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers (our Graduate Teacher starting salary is $80,000).
• Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage.
• Access to a dedicated Teachers' Community through our Learning Portal with a library of professional learning resources.
• A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (where mandated).
• 50% discount off 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 discounted price.
• 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 Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved).
• Current NSW Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification.
• Active accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).

If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or if you are new to the profession and embarking on your first role, we invite you to connect with us Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences.

How To Apply

Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted and encourage you to apply early for the best chance to progress.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Contact

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

Safety, Equity and Inclusion

We're an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive and diverse work environment. We're committed to Reconciliation and to creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. Safety is our priority, and candidates must have or obtain a valid Working with Children check.

Additional

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