Educator

Role: Educator Centre: Goodstart Cooranbong Location: Cooranbong, NSW Employment Type: Permanent / Full Time or Part Time (4-days) Pay: $36.65 - $39.91 per hour + super Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career Be paid at least 5% above award Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave Are you seeking a fulfilling career, a nurturing work environment, and endless growth opportunities?

At Goodstart, we're not just offering jobs; we're shaping futures. Whether you're a seasoned professional in early childhood education or just embarking on your journey, we have incredible opportunities tailored just for you. As a Goodstart Educator, you'll become a vital part of our team, working alongside Senior Educators and our Educational Leader to craft and enhance exceptional learning programs for our children.

Your dedication to safety and inclusivity will ensure every child thrives and feels valued in their learning experiences. About Goodstart Cooranbong: Join a welcoming, experienced team where children lead the way and educators are encouraged to bring their own passions, ideas and creativity to learning. Our 39-place centre cares for children aged 12 months to six years across engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to encourage choice, independence, curiosity and discovery.

With a strong focus on child-led play, our educators follow each child's interests and individual learning style to create meaningful experiences. You’ll be part of a highly qualified and collaborative team, including experienced ECTs, Diploma and Cert III Educators and Trainees. We’re passionate about inclusion, strong community connections and supporting every child to feel a sense of belonging.

With established connections to Cooranbong Public School, regular community experiences and a preschool program that supports a confident transition to school, there are plenty of opportunities to make a meaningful impact both inside and beyond the centre. If you’re looking for a centre where your ideas are valued, children’s voices are heard and you can genuinely make a difference, we’d love to welcome you to Cooranbong.

What Goodstart can offer you: Better pay - you’ll get at least 5% above the award rate 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 discounts on insurance, travel and technology Uniform allowance and employee referral program You’ll need: Certificate III or 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 Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform 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 James Brendel from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [email protected] 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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform. YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/8qdD25-OhgA #gseducator Posting Notes: COORANBONG || NSW || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Certificate III

• Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time