Senior Educator

3 days ago

Caloundra, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

Pay: $38.20 - $39.35 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. Currently studying? We have scholarships of up to $6,000 available through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program for eligible educators studying a Diploma in E.

As a Senior Educator at Goodstart, you'll take charge of your own room, leading a team of dedicated Educators to deliver exceptional educational programs. You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and continuously improve our teaching practices. Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures that every learning experience is tailored to meet the needs of all children.

About Goodstart Nirimba:

- Work in a modern, nurturing environment designed to feel like a second home, warm, open, and built for meaningful learning.

- Enjoy modern facilities, dedicated baby sleep spaces, and natural indoor‑outdoor learning flow.

- Be part of a centre that values community, sustainability, and healthy living.

What Goodstart can offer you:

- Better pay – you’ll get at least 5% above the award rate.

- 50% discount off your childcare 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.

- 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:

- Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent).

- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.

- Current QLD 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.

Have a question? Contact Shelby Mujkanovic from our Talent Acquisition Team at 1800 222 543 or via email smujkanovic@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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