Educational Leader

Role:Educational Leader

Location: Townsville QLD 4810

Employment Type: Full-time Permanent

Pay: $38.20 - $39.35 p/h (Depending on qualification and experience) Super

• Lead change and championpracticeupliftand excellence
• 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 childrens 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 youll collaborate with Educators in your centre to observe review and continuously enhance the educational programs offered to children. Youll deepen the teams understanding of child development and early years content guiding the application of the Early Years Learning Framework. Working closely with the centre leadership team youll lead transformative changes and champion excellence in educational practice.

Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails here.

About Goodstart Mount Louisa

Are you a Diploma-Qualified Educator with the heart of a teacher and the vision of a leader Heres your chance to join Goodstart Mount Louisa thats not only fun and welcoming but also award-winning!

What makes this role special

• Support in the Toddlers Room adventures to learning experiences.
• Flexible casual shifts Monday to Friday between 6:30am 6:30pm.
• Be part of a large 119-place centre with two purpose-built buildings each bursting with books toys and learning experiences.
• Conveniently located on Bayswater Road next to Mount Louisa shops and close to RAAF Base Townsville.
• Work in a centre recognised for excellence winners of the 2023 Safety Leadership Award and the 2023 Advancing Reconciliation Award.

At Goodstart Mount Louisa safety inclusion and respect are part of everyday life. Our team is proud of our reconciliation journey and committed to creating a safe nurturing space for every child and educator.

If youre looking for a meaningful experience and full of joy come join us at Mount Louisa and make every shift count!

WhatGoodstart can offer you:

Competitive pay - youll 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

Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

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 and childcare discounts on insurance travel and technology

Uniform allowance and employee referral program

Youll 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 a Diploma qualification or ACECQA approved equivalent thenwed 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.

Have a question Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team onor via email

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email

Supporting our people and protecting our children

Were 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. Were 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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