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Goodstart Mount Clear in Ballarat VIC is hiring a permanent full-time Nursery Educator to join a supportive team led by Senior Educators and an Educational Leader. The role offers pay at least 5% above the award, plus 50% childcare gap fee discount, paid parental leave, PD, wellbeing days, and more, with a focus on safety and inclusivity so every child thrives. You’ll help design and deliver high quality early learning programs, using EYLF and NQS standards. To apply, click Apply Now and submit promptly; highlight your Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA equivalent), current VIC WWC, and experience working with under-fives. Prepare a concise success story showing impact, and reference a few achievements.

Role: Educator – Nursery

Location: Ballarat – VIC

Centre: Goodstart Mount Clear

Employment Type: Permanent.

Pay: $33.83 -$38.10 + Super

• 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 fulfilling career, a nurturing work environment, and endless growth opportunities? At Goodstart, we're not just offering jobs; we're shaping futures. Whether you're a seasoned professional in early childhood education or just embarking on your journey, we have incredible opportunities tailored just for you. As a Goodstart Educator, you'll become a vital part of our team, working alongside Senior Educators and our Educational Leader to craft and enhance exceptional learning programs for our children. Your dedication to safety and inclusivity will ensure every child thrives and feels valued in their learning experiences.

What Goodstart can offer you:

• Better pay - you’ll get at least 5% above the award rate
• 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Paid professional development

• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

• 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:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Current VIC 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.

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]

Have a question? Contact Talent Acquisition Partner Charlotte on 0396489815 or via 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.

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Posting Notes: MOUNT CLEAR, BALLARAT || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time