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Centre: Goodstart Pakenham – Exceeding centre!

Role: Educator

Employment Type: Fixed term part time (3 days per week)

Pay: $33.83 - $38.10

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.

About Goodstart Pakenham:
Join a passionate, highly skilled team at our 91 place Exceeding-rated centre
Located in the heart of Pakenham’s community precinct, with easy access to shops, schools, health services, and natural spaces like the lake and local parks
We’re proud of our long-standing partnership with the Bunurong Land Council, which helps shape our curriculum, embeds First Nations perspectives and guides our centre’s RAP
Our longstanding team is committed to professional growth, flexible with shift times, and fair with responsibilities—we work hard, support each other, and celebrate together.
You’ll be supported by a dedicated and collaborative leadership team, our Centre Director has many years experience working at Goodstart.

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
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:
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.

Have a question? Contact Ange Cummings from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email acummings@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.

Posting Notes: PAKENHAM || VIC || Australia (AU) || | SF: LI || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Part-Time