Educational Leader

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 Huntingdale
Our service caters for children from six weeks to five years of age and we currently have 135 families attending our service from a range of different cultural backgrounds
Our centre was assessed by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority and we received an overall rating of ‘Exceeding’. This process is a National Framework, which rates all Childcare Centres across Australia against the National Quality Standards
Our centre features large, open play spaces both inside and out, where children are encouraged to spend time with each other
Goodstart Huntingdale offers you convenient on-site parking, and is located directly on the local bus route should you wish to utilise public transport for your trip to and from work
You will help maintain strong ties with the local community. We also maintain a close relationship with the local primary school, and offer excursions to the school as part of our school readiness program
The majority of our educators have families of their own, and all have a genuine interest in the development of every child at the centre.
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 WA 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.
**Posting Notes**: HUNTINGDALE, PERTH || WA || Australia (AU) || | SF: LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time