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Role:Early Childhood Senior EducatorLocation: Townsville North Queensland - City of Townsville, Burdekin Shire (Ayr, Home Hill, Brandon), Charters Towers, Shire of Hinchinbrook (Ingham), Shire of Flinders (Hughenden), Shire of Richmond, Shire of McKinlay, Shire of Cloncurry, & City of Mount IsaSalary Range: Senior Educators - ranging from $38.20 p/hr to $39.35 p/hr + Superannuation (Dependant on qualifications and experience)Employment Type:Full-time PermanentCentres Included:Goodstart AitkenvaleGoodstart Annandale Brazier DriveGoodstart Annandale Yolanda DriveGoodstart CranbrookGoodstart DeeragunGoodstart DouglasGoodstart Heatley Fulham RoadGoodstart Hyde ParkGoodstart Idalia Lakeland BoulevardGoodstart Kelso Riverway DriveGoodstart Kirwan Burnda StreetGoodstart Mount IsaGoodstart Mount LouisaGoodstart Riverside GardensGoodstart TownsvilleWe offer quality long day-care programs, as well as accredited Kindergarten and Preschool programs acrossAustralia. We are looking for like-minded professionals who are committed to making a difference in childrens lives in the Central and Regional Queensland regions in QLD, Australia. Click here tosee our various Central and Regional Queensland locations -QLDHelp provide the best start to a childs lifeMake a lasting impact while growing an incredible careerGet the flexibility and support you need to live a balanced lifeBe paid above award wages, and enjoy a host of great additional benefitsLooking for a meaningful career, a supportive culture and the chance to grow? Whether youre already working in early years or are just starting out, wed love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.Were Goodstart! a not-for-profit with a vision for Australias children to have the best possible start in life.At Goodstart, were all about laying the foundation for better lives through amazing early learning experiences, and we know that we cant do that without great people like you!From our centre directors to teachers and centre teams, we work together to make a real difference for children in those crucial early years.Safety, health and wellbeing are more than just words to us, they are a personal commitment and a promise we make to our children, our families and each other every day.Your Impact!As aSenior Educator,you will be a team player, collaborating with your peers within your centre to observe, inform and continuously improve our educational programs on offer to children.You put safety first with everything that you do and ensure all learning experiences are inclusive and respond to the needs of all children.Senior Educator key responsibilities:Maintain a safe environment for children, families and team members.Have passion and enthusiasm to lead a classroom effectively engaging with educators, families and children to implement the educational program.Utilise and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide to deliver a high-quality education program and practice in collaboration with the Education Leader.Comply with National Quality Standards (NQS) and Goodstart Policies, Procedures and Requirements.Positively contribute to delivering the Centre and business plans.Youll need:Senior Educator - Diploma in Early Childhood EducationCurrent Working with Children Check and First Aid qualificationStrong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality StandardsHaving passion and enthusiasm to lead a classroom effectively engaging with educators, families and children to implement the educational programBuild and maintain strong, positive relationships with children and familiesSupport a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvementSeek and share best practice examples to improve the education programMaintain a safe environment for children, families and team membersWhatGoodstart can offer you:Better pay - youll get above award wages50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your careerWellbeing focus -youll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearAdditional leave - youll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceRetail discounts - youll save money on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programSecurity and stability - as Australias largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australias children and their familiesWe 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.Supporting our people and protecting our childrenWere 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. Were 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr