Role: Senior EducatorLocation: TownsvilleCentre: Goodstart Idalia - Lakeland Boulevard.Employment Type: Full-Time, 38 hours per weekPay: $32.49 - $33.46/hr + Super + BenefitsHelp provide the best start to a child's life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible careerBe paid at least 5% above awardGet 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leaveLooking for a meaningful career, a supportive culture and the chance to grow? A place where you can shape children's lives in the crucial years of their development and contribute to better outcomes for the future?As a Senior Educator you will be a team player, collaborating with the Centre Leadership Team and Educational Leader within your centre to observe, inform and continuously improve our educational programs on offer to children. You put safety first with everything that you do and ensure all learning experiences are inclusive and respond to the needs of all children.About Goodstart Idalia :Goodstart Idalia Lakeland Boulevard is located just ten minutes outside the centre of Townsville and close to Lavarack Army Barracks as well as local schools, shops and transport routes. Community is also important to us and through visits to the centre and participation in events and activities throughout the year we are able to enrich the learning experience. Art and music experiences are provided on a daily basis which allow the children to freely express their creativity. We would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and your family and learn a little about how we can best support you on the journey of lifelong learning.What Goodstart can offer you:Better pay - you'll get at least 5% above the award rate50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave - increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your careerWellbeing focus - you'll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearAdditional leave - you'll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceRetail discounts - you'll save money on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programSecurity and stability - as Australia's largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their familiesYou'll need:Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality StandardsCurrent QLD Working with Childrens CheckHow to applyClick '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 emailSupporting our people and protecting our childrenWe'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. #gseducatorsSafety 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 our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check. #educator #gseducatorPosting Notes: IDALIA, TOWNSVILLE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
