Make your next career move meaningful. Apply now to join Goodstart Ocean Reef - where you'll feel supported, celebrated, and inspired every single day!

Role: Diploma Qualified Educator

Location: Ocean Reef, North Perth Region

Centre: Goodstart Ocean Reef

Employment Type: Full Time / 38hrs per week

Pay: $36.53ph

• 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.

Join the team at Goodstart Ocean Reef!

• 🌟 Prime Location - We're just 5 minutes from the beach and surrounded by nature, with two large parks within walking distance. Our centre overlooks the local primary school, and we're excited to launch a transition-to-school program in Term 4. A vibrant new development featuring shops and eateries is currently under construction just across the road.
• 👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 Supportive & Fun Team - Our team culture is second to none! We offer flexible, rotating rosters to support your lifestyle and family needs. Educators benefit from 16 dedicated programming hours per week and ongoing guidance from our experienced Educational Leader. From quarterly team outings and shared morning teas to shout-out boards celebrating wins — we're big on team spirit and recognition.
• 🏡 Our Centre - Our 85-place centre features four beautifully designed learning rooms: Nursery, Toddlers, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten. Recent yard upgrades and a dedicated sustainability space support nature-based learning and outdoor exploration.
• 💖 Experienced Leadership - Our long-standing team is the heart of Ocean Reef. All room leaders have over 5 years of service with Goodstart, and some, including our Nursery Room Leader and Assistant Director, are celebrating 10 years! You'll be supported by leaders who truly understand and value your role.

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:

• Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Current Western Australia 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 Chris on 07 3918 2124 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.