Senior Educator

Role: Senior Educator - Educational Leader

Location: Nelson Bay, NSW 2315

Centre: Goodstart Nelson Bay

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

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

Are you ready to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact on children's lives? Do you want to work for an organisation that supports your success and professional growth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

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 Nelson Bay

Would you describe yourself as a passionate and experienced Senior Educator? We are looking for a Senior Educator to take on 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.

- Lead and support the team, ensuring high standards of educational practices.
- Primarily work in Kindergarten Room.
- 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 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.

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 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. 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.

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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