"We're seeking an aspiring OR qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join Goodstart Calliope's dedicated team.".
- 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
Why join the team at Goodstart Calliope!
- Room Variety: We have five rooms ranging from Nursery to Kindergarten.
- Engaging Outdoor Environment: Our outdoor space includes a large shaded play area, natural plants, herb and vegetable gardens, and a separate veranda for junior children, allowing free-flowing indoor/outdoor play throughout the day.
- Diverse Educators: Our educators come from various backgrounds and bring a wealth of experiences.
- Collaborative Programs: We work closely with parents to deliver programs that cater to children's individual needs and strengths, ensuring a strong sense of belonging for each child and their family.
- Catered Meals: We provide fully catered morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, accommodating individual allergies and specific dietary requirements.
- Additional Supplies: We supply nappies, sunscreen, and hats for your child.
- 75-Place Service: We accommodate up to 75 children, ensuring a close-knit and personalized care environment.
- High Standards: Our service was rated as meeting across all areas in the Assessment and Rating (A&R) process.
- Community Reputation: We are well-known and respected within the small Calliope community.
- Upcoming Yard Upgrade: Exciting new yard upgrade coming this year to enhance our outdoor play area.
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 of paid parental leave
💆🏽♀️ Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
👩⚕️ Free annual flu shot (optional)
✈️Option to purchase extra leave for an 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) OR Studying towards your Qualification
Current Qld Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
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 Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email alapworth@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.