Early Childhood Teacher

Description:

Role: Early Childhood Teacher Location: Brisbane Bayside Suburbs
Centre: Wynnum West, Wondall Road
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time or Part-time
Pay: $37.02 - $57.00

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Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
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Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers
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Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
Looking for a chance to bring your knowledge and creativity to an environment where you’ll be truly valued? Excited by the chance to shape pedagogy and practice in your room? Interested in creating a curriculum that aligns with children’s needs, interests and ideas? Then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
As an Early Childhood Teacher, you’ll inspire a love of learning in children and foster their development through purposeful, intentional teaching practices that are delivered with creativity and energy. You will build meaningful relationships with families, so each child has a strong sense of belonging that supports them to thrive. Your love of teaching will be reflected in how you mentor and guide educational practices in your room, and in your work with the broader centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, to ensure you’re achieving optimal outcomes for children.
Welcome to Wonderful Wondall, where our community isn't just a group of individuals, but a tight-knit family. Nestled in a charming old weatherboard house, once a church and now a daycare, our center, fondly known as 'Our Little Crooked House,' exudes warmth and security, making it a true home away from home. Laughter fills the air here, fostering deep connections among children, families, friends, and our dedicated team. Catering to children aged from six weeks to school age across four rooms, our team, all certified in first aid, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to provide top-notch early learning experiences. With a maximum of 55 children per day, our intimate setting fosters a strong sense of community and family. At Wonderful Wondall, our play-based curriculum, rooted in the Early Years’ Learning Framework, ensures that each child's unique interests, needs, and strengths are nurtured. Our Kindergarten room collaborates closely with local schools, preparing our Kindy kids for the transition to 'big school,' while our annual mini school fair connects families with local education leaders. Outside, our expansive yard offers ample space for exploration and play, complete with shade sails, sandpits, and diverse outdoor equipment. Here, children engage in physical, social, and messy play, fostering both development and a love for nature. Environmental sustainability is paramount to us, as evidenced by our initiatives such as worm farming, herb gardening, recycling education, and soon-to-come bush tucker garden. The produce from these gardens finds its way into our on-site meals, prepared by our skilled cook using fresh, nutritious ingredients. As a full-service center, we provide not only stimulating learning experiences but also nutritious meals and even nappies for our littlest attendees. At Wonderful Wondall, we're not just a daycare—we're a community dedicated to nurturing and empowering every child who walks through our doors.

What Goodstart can offer you:
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Competitive pay - you’ll get paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers (our Graduate Teacher starting salary is $80,000)
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Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
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Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors and more experienced teachers
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Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources
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A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated)
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50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 6 weeks paid parental leave
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Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
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Complimentary annual flu shot
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Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
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Retail discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology
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Uniform allowance and employee referral program
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Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families
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Visa sponsorship opportunities available (Qualified ECT only) to live and work in Australia for the right candidates!
You’ll need:
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Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
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Current Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
If you have prior experience as a Teacher in a school or early learning setting, or if you are new to the profession and embarking on your first role, we invite you to connect with us! Our team welcomes teachers from all backgrounds and experiences.
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 our Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email alapworth@goodstart.org.au
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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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.