Role: Senior Educator Centre: Goodstart Berrimah Employment Type: Full time / 38 hours per week Pay: $39.85ph - $41.05ph • Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career • Be paid at least 5% above award • Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees paid parental leave Are you seeking a meaningful career with a supportive culture and endless opportunities for growth? Do you want to shape children's lives during their crucial developmental years and lead a team to achieve better outcomes for the future? If so, we have the perfect role for you! As a 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. Join the Team at Goodstart Berrimah • Outstanding Quality & Practice - At Goodstart Berrimah, we’re proud to deliver outstanding early learning and care through strong relationships, engaging programs, and a child-centred approach that supports every child to thrive. Our team is passionate about high-quality education, meaningful connections, and inclusive practice. We work collaboratively to create engaging learning experiences that nurture each child’s development, curiosity, and sense of belonging. • - Prime Location - Conveniently located in Berrimah, our centre is close to Gateway Shopping Centre, cafés, gyms, and essential services. With nearby parklands and green spaces, it’s easy to grab a coffee before work, run errands after your shift, or unwind outdoors. • ♀️ Easy Access & Free Onsite Parking - With easy access to Tiger Brennan Drive, our centre is ideal for those commuting by car, with public transport options also available nearby. Enjoy the added convenience of free onsite staff parking to start and finish your day stress-free. • A Supportive & Fun Team - Join a warm, welcoming, and collaborative team that truly values flexibility, wellbeing, and teamwork. We support work–life balance, provide dedicated programming time, and enjoy team-building activities that strengthen our positive workplace culture. • Our Centre - Goodstart Berrimah is a well-resourced, welcoming centre with engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments. Our play spaces encourage exploration, creativity, and connection with nature, while our staff room offers a comfortable space to relax and recharge. • - Experienced & Supportive Leadership - You’ll be supported by an approachable and passionate leadership team who value open communication, mentoring, and professional growth. Our Centre Director leads with empathy and experience, empowering educators to feel confident, supported, and inspired. • Our Culture - We proudly celebrate diversity and inclusivity, embracing the many cultures, backgrounds, and traditions within our centre community. Cultural events such as NAIDOC Week and community celebrations are embedded into our program, fostering respect, understanding, and a strong sense of belonging. Our team speaks a wide range of languages, including English, Nepali, Vietnamese, Bengali, Punjabi, Filipino, Hindi, Sinhalese, and Chinese, creating a culturally rich and welcoming environment for children, families, and educators. • Our Centre Vision - To provide a warm, welcoming home away from home, where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore, learn, and grow through meaningful relationships and enriching experiences. 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 NT Working with Children Check 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. Have a question? Contact Chris on 1800 222 543 or via email cadams7@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. YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/s-6QmXSkJsU gssenioreducator Looking for a role where your work truly matters? Join Goodstart Berrimah and be part of a team where educators are supported, celebrated, and empowered to make a difference every day. If you’re passionate about nurturing young minds in a caring, inclusive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
