As a Room Lead/Senior Educator at Goodstart, you'll take charge of your own room, leading a team of dedicated Educators to deliver exceptional educational programs. You'll collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team and the Educational Leader to observe, inform, and continuously improve our teaching practices. Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures that every learning experience is tailored to meet the needs of all children. About Goodstart Gatton : • Newly renovated indoor and outdoor learning environments • 74-place centre with a calm and welcoming atmosphere • Flexible rosters with part-time options (3, 4, or 5 days) supporting work–life balance • Dedicated off-the-floor programming time for Educators and leadership roles • Passionate, highly experienced team with long tenure (5–10 years) • Inclusive, multicultural team from Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and Czechoslovakia • Celebration of diverse family and community cultures, including First Nations, Islanders, Taiwanese, Sudanese, Afghan, and more • Meaningful partnerships with families that enhance cultural safety and children’s learning What Goodstart can offer you: • Better pay - you’ll get at least 5% above the award rate • 50% discount off your childcare 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 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 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 Anjana from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email aummalaneni@goodstart.org.au 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 deadlycareers@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. Ask us about our generous Sign‑on and yearly Retention Bonus - available in 2026
