Educator
Centre:
Goodstart Forest Gardens
Employment Type:
Full time, 38 hours per week
Pay:
$***** to $***** per hour - depending on qualification and experience
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 Forest Gardens
Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Cairns Central and close to schools, shops and transport, our purpose-built long day care centre provides quality early learning and care for children from six weeks to school age.
Long-serving educators – 13 with over 5 years of experience – ensuring stability and trust.
Passionate educators, including our director of 13 years, dedicated to every family's journey.
Diverse team representing more than 10 languages and cultural backgrounds.
What Goodstart Can Offer You
Better pay - you'll get at least5% 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 QLD Working with Children Check
Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform
We're an equal chance 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.
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📌 Educator (Queensland)
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Queensland