Educator (Tamworth)

Role: Educator

Location: Tamworth, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Calala

Employment Type: Part Time (24-hours) / Permanent

Pay: $34.99
- $38.10 per hour + super

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

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience is a free service for essential workers and their families who are considering moving to, or have moved to, regional NSW. Local Connectors make moving easier by helping you find a home, schools, childcare, job opportunities for your partner, and connections within the community.

Learn more at nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

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 Calala:

Our service is a 66-place centre, which has been rated as ‘Exceeding’ in all 7 National Quality Standard areas!

The centre director of our service, Helen, has over 20 years of experience at Goodstart Calala and has previously been awarded Goodstart’s Employee of the Year for NSW!

Our long-standing family base is a testament to the high-quality services we provide to local children and the wider community.

We are very proud of our outdoor learning spaces, as they often surprise our guests and families with their size and the quality of resources available for lessons.

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 NSW 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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Have a question? Contact James Brendel from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email

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 robust 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: CALALA, TAMWORTH || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III
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