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Lead Educator

Goodstart Early Learning
Dalby, QLD
A$38.02 p/h + Superannuation + Benefits
Education & Training → Childcare & Outside School Hours Care
Part-time
On-site

Posted 3 days ago


We're on the hunt for a superstar Lead Educator - could it be you? Keep reading!

As a Lead Educator at Goodstart Dalby, you'll take charge of your own room, leading a team of dedicated Educators to deliver exceptional educational programs. You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and continuously improve our teaching practices. Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures that every learning experience is tailored to meet the needs of all children.

About Goodstart Dalby:

🌟 Warm Welcomes Guaranteed: From day one, you'll feel valued, included, and supported by a team that truly cares.

🏡 Unique Setting: Work in a beautifully converted old church with spacious decks and a homely, character-filled vibe.

🌱 Big Playground Upgrade Coming Soon: Be part of an exciting new chapter with a brand-new outdoor play space launching next month!

🎨 Inspiring Learning Spaces: Thoughtfully designed environments that spark creativity, curiosity, and a sense of belonging for children and educators alike.

🤝 Team Spirit at Its Best: Join a collaborative, fun-loving crew who love to dress up, celebrate wins, and share random acts of kindness.

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 Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

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 your Talent Acquisition Partner, Kylie Pearson, on (07) 3918 2099 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.


About Goodstart Early Learning

Elizabeth Vale, SA, Australia
Education & Training
5001-10000 employees

With 15,000 Goodstart team members across 661 centres nurturing 63,600 children, we're Australia's largest provider of early learning and care. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. From our centre teams to our support teams, we work together to make a real difference for children in those crucial early years.

If you’re looking to work for an organisation that has an inspiring purpose, offers a flexible and family-friendly work environment, and encourages your personal development, Goodstart Early Learning could be the place for you!

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