📍 Goodstart Glass House Mountains, QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) Peoples)
🕒 Casual Employment | Flexible shifts Monday to Friday
💰 Up to $48.29 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + Super
Finding the right team and centre can make all the difference. That's why Goodstart offers the opportunity to join us as a Casual Educator, giving you the flexibility to work when and where it suits you while exploring different opportunities and finding the centre that's the perfect fit.
With pay rates of up to $48.29 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) plus Super, you'll enjoy flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.
Whether you're looking for flexibility, gaining experience across age groups, or hoping to take the next step toward a permanent role, we'd love to help you find your place at Goodstart.
As a Casual Educator, you'll be a valued member of our team, stepping in to support children, families, and educators whenever needed while helping deliver meaningful learning experiences that help every child thrive.
As a Casual Educator at Goodstart Glass House Mountains, you'll provide flexible support across the centre, bringing enthusiasm, professionalism, and a genuine passion for early learning.
You'll play an important role in creating safe, engaging, and inclusive environments where children feel secure, supported, and excited to learn.
In this role, you'll:
✨ Contribute to educational programs across the centre
✨ Engage, supervise, and support children throughout the day
✨ Create safe and nurturing learning environments
✨ Build positive and meaningful relationships with children and families
✨ Follow National Quality Standards and Goodstart policies and procedures
✨ Support a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement
🏡 Community-focused early learning centre in the heart of the Glass House Mountains
🌳 Natural outdoor learning environments that encourage exploration, discovery, and connection with nature
👶 Welcoming spaces that support children across all stages of their early learning journey
🤝 Supportive and collaborative team culture
📚 Strong focus on play-based learning and continuous improvement
🌏 Inclusive environment where children, families, and educators feel valued and connected
🚗 Convenient location within the local community with easy access and parking
At Goodstart Glass House Mountains, you'll join a passionate team committed to creating meaningful learning experiences while supporting each other's growth and success.
💰 Earn up to $48.29 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + Super
💪 Fitness Passport – discounted access to gyms and pools for you and your family
🤝 Supportive and friendly team with dedicated head office support
📚 Comprehensive induction, training, and onboarding program
🌟 Professional development opportunities
🚀 Career pathways and opportunities for permanent employment
🌏 First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
👶 Eligible employees may access discounted childcare, with casual employees potentially eligible after three months of regular and consistent hours
✔ ACECQA-approved Early Childhood qualification
✔ Current QLD Working with Children Check
✔ Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training via the Geccko platform
✔ Willingness to travel between local Goodstart services where required
✔ Flexible availability Monday to Friday
✔ Passion for supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application and start your journey with Goodstart.
We're reviewing applications as they're received, so don't wait. Apply today for the best opportunity to progress through our recruitment process.
I'd love to chat about the role and what makes Goodstart such a rewarding place to work.
📞 Jessica Ambury, Talent Acquisition Partner
📱 07 3918 2019
📧 jambury@goodstart.org.au
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to applyFor 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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.
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