Educator

Diploma Educator (Toddler Room)

Goodstart Beachmere, QLD (located on Kabi Kabi Country)

Permanent Full-Time | 38 Hours Per Week

Toddler Room

Up to $39.91 per hour + Super + Benefits

Help little learners thrive. Grow your early childhood career.

At Goodstart, we're dedicated to giving children the very best start in life and supporting our educators to do the same. With pay rates of up to $39.91 per hour, above-award wages, professional development, and a supportive team environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

As a Diploma Educator in our Toddler Room, you'll create engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children's growing independence, curiosity, confidence, and sense of belonging.

Get 50% off your childcare gap fees plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.

Receive at least 5% above the award rate.

About the role

You'll work alongside Senior Educators and our Educational Leader to develop and enhance exceptional learning programs for children in the Toddler Room.

Your commitment to safety, inclusion, and responsive care will help ensure every child feels valued and supported as they explore, learn, and build relationships.

In this role, you'll:

Deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences

Support toddlers' developmental milestones and emerging independence

Build strong and meaningful relationships with children and families

Create safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environments

Collaborate with colleagues and centre leadership to deliver high-quality programs

Contribute to reflective practice and continuous improvement

About Goodstart Beachmere

75-place centre in a relaxed coastal community

Opportunity to work in the Toddler Room

Conveniently located close to local schools, shops, transport, and the beach

Open Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 6:00pm

Two outdoor play spaces featuring sandpits, barked areas, shaded spaces, gardens, and natural play features

Strong partnerships with families through Storypark, email, and regular face-to-face communication

Warm, community-focused team committed to secure relationships, inclusion, and children's wellbeing

At Goodstart Beachmere, you'll join a dedicated team that provides sensory, play-based learning experiences while encouraging children's independence, creativity, and curiosity.

Why you'll love working with Goodstart

Earn up to $39.91 per hour + Super

Receive at least 5% above the award rate

50% childcare discount plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave

Fitness Passport with discounted gym and pool access for you and your family

Paid professional development and ongoing learning opportunities

Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year

Free annual flu shot (optional)

Option to purchase additional leave for better work-life balance

First Nations Support and Cultural Leave

Retail discounts on insurance, travel, and technology

Uniform allowance and employee referral program

What you'll bring

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or ACECQA-approved equivalent

Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards

Current QLD Working with Children Check

Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training via the Geccko platform

Genuine passion for supporting toddlers' learning, development, and wellbeing

Ready to join our team?

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application and take the next step in your early childhood career.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, so apply soon to give yourself the best opportunity to progress.

Want to know more?

Jessica Ambury | Talent Acquisition Partner

07 3918 2019

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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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

See what it's like to be an Educator at Goodstart:

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Posting Notes: BEACHMERE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time