Educational Leader
4 hours ago
**Role**: Educational Leader
**Location**: Toowoomba & Darling Downs Region
**Centre**: Goodstart Middle Ridge
**Employment Type**: Full-Time Permanent
**Pay**: $36.91 - $63.86 + $2.25 Educational Leader Allowance + Super + Benefits
The Federal Government’s 10% wage boost is here
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
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
Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails here.
About Goodstart Middle Ridge
Are you ready to take the next step in your early childhood education career? We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Educational Leader to support our dynamic team.
Why Join Us?
**Great Location**: Located in Toowoomba’s vibrant heart, close to new residential areas, schools, shops, and community services.
**Community Connections**: With 15+ years of service, we’ve built strong ties with local families, schools, and services.
**Top Resources & Programs**: Our well-equipped centre supports learning from Nursery to Kindergarten, with programs aligned to the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Guidelines.
**Outdoor Learning**: Our lush outdoor spaces feature bike tracks, veggie gardens, and play areas promoting nature and sustainability.
**Dedicated Team**: Our passionate educators provide stability and form lasting relationships with children and families.
**Quality Focus**: We’re committed to delivering the best childcare and education, always putting children and families first.
Join Our Team
**What Goodstart can offer you**:
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 fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Paid professional development
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**:
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 Qld 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
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.
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