Inclusion Support Educator

Goodstart Early Learning


Date: 7 hours ago
City: Cairns, Queensland
Salary: A$35.29 per hour
Contract type: Full time
Role: Inclusion Support Educator

Location: Brinsmead, Cairns Region QLD 4870, located on Yirriganygji Land

Centre: Goodstart Brinsmead

Employment Type: Part Time, 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9am - 2pm), fixed term until 23rd January 2026

Pay: Up to $35.29 per hour + Superannuation + Benefits

The Federal Government’s 10% wage boost is here!

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 Brinsmead:
We are a 75-place centre featuring three spacious yards and five fully air-conditioned rooms, catering to children from birth to six years old. Our service provides morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, accommodating all dietary requirements, including allergies. We take pride in our long-term employees and exceptionally low staff turnover rate. Our Centre Director, Zoe, has been with us for over 20 years, and some of our Educators were once children at our centre! We offer flexible working arrangements and a minimum of two programming hours weekly, increasing with enrolment numbers. Our multicultural team, with members from India, Japan, Italy, the Philippines, Torres Strait, New Zealand, and Colombia, strives for excellence through critical reflection, ensuring that all stakeholders' voices are heard, included, and respected.

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
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 Queensland 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 your Talent Acquisition Partner, Kylie Pearson, on (07) 3918 2099 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: BRINSMEAD, CAIRNS || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Part-Time
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