Senior Educator - Educational Leader

Role: Senior Educator - Educational Leader

Location: 781 South Road, Bentleigh East VIC 3165

Centre: Goodstart Bentleigh East – South Road

Employment Type: Full Time, 14-month Fixed-Term Position  

Pay: $41.78 - $43 p/h (Depending on experience) + $2.81 Educational Leader Allowance + Super

• Lead change, and champion practice uplift and excellence


• Get paid on par with state primary school Teachers*


• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave

Are you ready to join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact on children's lives? Do you want to work for an organisation that supports your success and professional growth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As an Educational Leader at Goodstart, you'll collaborate with Educators in your centre to observe, review, and continuously enhance the educational programs offered to children. You'll deepen the team's understanding of child development and early years content, guiding the application of the Early Years Learning Framework. Working closely with the centre leadership team, you'll lead transformative changes and champion excellence in educational practice.

Find out more about what the Educational Leader role entails here.   

About Goodstart Bentleigh East – South Road

Are you a passionate and experienced early childhood professional ready to lead educational excellence? Goodstart Bentleigh East - South Road is seeking a Diploma-qualified Educational Leader to join our team on a full-time, 14-month fixed-term contract to cover a period of leave.

As the Educational Leader in our welcoming 60-place centre, you'll play a key role in inspiring, mentoring and supporting educators to deliver high-quality learning experiences and achieve positive outcomes for children and families.

• Full-time position


• 14-month fixed-term contract covering a leave period


• Rotating roster between 6:30am and 6:30pm, in line with centre operating hours


• Opportunity to influence educational quality and support educator growth


• Join a supportive team committed to providing high-quality early learning experiences

In this leadership position, you will:

• Drive and support high-quality educational practices across the centre.


• Mentor and coach educators to strengthen curriculum planning and implementation.


• Lead reflective practice and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Ensure programs align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).


• Foster strong partnerships with children, families and the local community.


• Work collaboratively with the Centre Leadership Team to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

If you're ready to lead educational practice, inspire others and make a meaningful impact in a thriving 60-place centre, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

What Goodstart can offer you:

‍‍ 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 and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology

Uniform allowance and employee referral program

You’ll need:

• 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

If you have previous experience leading change in education and have either a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), a Diploma qualification or ACECQA approved equivalent, then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

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 Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [email protected]

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 [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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