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About Goodstart Ballina

• Safe and Supportive Environment: Goodstart Early Learning Ballina offers a secure setting in East Ballina shopping centre and close to the beach.
• Engaging Community Activities: Initiatives like play stations and large interactive outdoor areas which promote meaningful connections between children, families, and educators, as well as enjoyable learning experiences.
• Individualized Curriculum: The centre follows the Early Years Learning Framework and uses platforms like Storypark to tailor programs to each child's needs, interests, and strengths. This 90-place centre is Rated Exceeding National Quality Standard.

What Goodstart can offer you:

· Better pay - you'll get at least 5% above the award rate

· 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:

• 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

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. 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 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.

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