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Lead Educator

Goodstart Early Learning
Deeragun, QLD
A$38.20-$39.35 p/h + Super + Benefits
Education & Training → Childcare & Outside School Hours Care
Full-time
On-site

Posted 10 days ago


Step into a Senior Educator role at Goodstart Deeragun — lead with passion as a Room Leader in a supportive, community-focused centre.

Find out more about this exciting and rewarding opportunity!

About Goodstart Deeragun

Goodstart Deeragun is seeking a passionate Diploma-qualified Lead/Senior Educator to guide and inspire our youngest learners in a permanent, full-time position.

  • Nestled in the semi-rural charm of Deeragun, our 75-place centre blends nature, community, and creativity.
  • In August 2024, our centre was rated Meeting the National Quality Standard, reflecting our commitment to quality and continuous growth.
  • Lead your room with confidence, nurturing respectful relationships with children and families.
  • Create engaging, play-based programs that spark curiosity and joy every day.
  • Be a positive role model who embodies leadership, empathy, and creativity. Mentor and guide fellow educators, supporting a collaborative, professional team.
  • Children explore hands-on learning through fruit and vegetable gardens, adding their own touches while developing a love for sustainability.
  • We proudly embed eco-friendly practices like composting, recycling, and energy-saving, teaching children to care for the world around them.

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 and childcare 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 QLD 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.

Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [email protected]

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support 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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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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