Educational Leader

Overview

As an Educational Leader at Goodstart Nelson Bay, 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.

Pay and benefits: Pay: $36.91 - $40.33 + $2.25 Educational Leader Allowance + Superannuation + Benefits.

Responsibilities

- Lead change, and champion practice uplift and excellence
- Get paid on par with state primary school Teachers
- Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
- Lead and support the team, ensuring high standards of educational practices.
- Primarily work in a floating position and enjoy work flexibility with set shifts.
- Assist with programming and planning (3 hours weekly dedicated to this task).
- Work collaboratively with the Centre Director to enhance educational outcomes.
- Provide guidance and mentoring to other educators.
- Support the team with immediate needs, especially during staff shortages.
- Contribute to community engagement initiatives, including art projects and beach visits.
- Strong background in early childhood education, with leadership experience.
- Proven ability to support and mentor a team of educators.
- Passion for early childhood learning and curriculum development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

About Goodstart Nelson Bay

We are looking for an Educational Leader position in our 59-place Goodstart Nelson Bay centre, located close to the beach, town and surrounded by nature. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape our educational programs and support our dedicated team.

What Goodstart can offer you

- Competitive pay - you’ll get paid on par with state primary school Teachers (*if you hold your Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent)
- 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
- First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
- Retail and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology
- Uniform allowance and employee referral program

You’ll need

- A Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
- Current NSW 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 our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email Talent Acquisition Partner, Katya Reshetnikova onereshetnikov@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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