Early Childhood Teacher

Role: Early Childhood Teacher

Location: Woree, Cairns Region QLD 4868, Gimuy Wulabara Yundinji Land

Centre: Goodstart Bayview Heights

Employment Type: Full Time 38 hours per week 

Pay: $43.55 - $66.09 + Superannuation + Benefits (Qualification and Experience Pending)

Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career 

Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers 

Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave 

Currently studying? We have scholarships of up to $25,000 available through the Queensland Qualifications Pathways Program for eligible educators studying an ACECQA-approved Bachelor degree 

 
Are you ready to bring your knowledge and creativity to a place where you’ll be truly valued? Do you dream of shaping pedagogy and practice in your classroom? Are you passionate about crafting a curriculum that resonates with children’s needs, interests, and ideas? If so, we'd love to explore the amazing opportunities we have just for you. 

As an Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart, you'll ignite a love of learning in children, guiding their development with purposeful and energetic teaching practices. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with families, ensuring every child feels a profound sense of belonging and is supported to thrive. Your passion for teaching will shine through as you mentor and inspire educational practices in your room, collaborating with our centre leadership team to develop, review, and implement high-quality early learning programs, achieving outstanding outcomes for our children. 

Join us at Goodstart, where your passion and creativity will transform young lives and enrich your teaching career.  

About Goodstart Bayview Heights:

Our beautiful centre accommodates 75 children daily across five distinct rooms and features three spacious yards. It boasts a dedicated, separate Kindergarten yard, abundant shade, natural elements, and a variety of loose parts for creative play.

Conveniently located near two shopping centres and just across the road from a local primary school, the centre offers flexible working arrangements where possible to promote staff work: life balance work.  The team includes staff who speak Spanish, English, and First Nations languages, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Our Centre Director provides mentorship to all staff members, offering guidance, support, and opportunities for professional development.  She demonstrates the values and behaviours expected from the team, including maintaining a professional attitude, showing dedication to the children's education and well-being, and consistently applying best practices in childcare. By actively engaging in daily activities and interactions, the Director sets a standard for staff to follow, along with providing constructive feedback, and encouraging continuous learning through training and educational programs. By fostering an environment of trust and collaboration, the Director helps each team member grow in their role, ensuring high-quality care and education for the children.

What Goodstart Can Offer You:

• 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) 
• 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 
• Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources 
• A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated) 
• 50% discount off your childcare gap 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 
• 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:

• Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved) 
• Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card) 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.  

Have a question? Contact Kylie Pearson from our Talent Acquisition Team on (07) 3918 2099 or via email kpearson3@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. 

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Posting Notes: BAYVIEW HEIGHTS, CAIRNS || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Bachelor (ECT) 4yr || Full-Time