Educational Leader

Educational Leader – Goodstart Wonthella

Goodstart is Australia’s largest early learning provider. As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.

Meet your team

We offer a welcoming environment, and slow paced transitions to ensure everyone is comfortable. We love to involve both children and families in service decisions.

Goodstart Wonthella is open 6:30am to 6:30pm excluding public holidays and is situated in a quiet suburb of the up and coming popular coastal City of Greater Geraldton. 

With 5 rooms the centre offers large open plan learning environments. Purposeful and stimulating learning environments ensure the children have the chance to grow and develop through sensory, play-based learning; and we are focused on ensuring the children are ready to take that all important step up to school.

• This centre is a 99-place centre at 70% occupancy
• Onsite parking at this centre and close to public transport
• This centre has great family relationships
• Supportive Centre Director to help you grow your career
• Full time position available - 38 hours a week 
• This role is a float role

What Goodstart can offer you 

There are so many reasons to join the Goodstart family. Let’s start with the benefits! 

• Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career 
• Competitive pay you’ll get paid on par with state primary school Teachers (if you hold your Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent)  
• Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two extra days off per year, and our dedicated wellbeing program will ensure you get the support you need, when you need it most 
• Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance  
• 4 weeks paid parental leave – increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023 
• Retail and childcare discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology, and get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees 

You’ll also love

• Centre support - dedicated support and guidance on a range of topics, such as safety, teaching and inclusion, delivered face to face or virtually by our centre support team  
• Security and stability - with over 670 centres across Australia, you’ll have the support of a large network and the stability of a respected organisation

 
About You

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor (ACECQA recognised qualifications)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Exceptional knowledge of safety and wellbeing
• Leadership skills
• Passionate Educators who are driven by their desire to provide quality learning experiences
• Willingness to learn and be a part of the team
• Strong communication skills, reliable and punctual

Supporting our people and protecting our children 

We are an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We support and encourage individual growth and strong teams that are made up of many different cultures and backgrounds.  ​​

We are deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel connected and a strong sense of belonging. By weaving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives through all that we do, we aim to build knowledge and a deeper understanding of our First Nations People and culture for all in our team.