At Goodstart Early Learning, we are searching for a dedicated Early Learning Educator to join our passionate team at our Mackay Bridge Road centre. As an Early Learning Educator, you will play a crucial role in supporting children’s development, fostering their learning, and helping them grow through play-based activities. You’ll work collaboratively with senior educators to create an enriching environment, ensuring all children’s needs are met.

What You’ll Do:
As an Early Learning Educator, your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and implementing engaging and inclusive educational programs for children.
- Working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support each child’s development.
- Providing care and support while fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment.
- Collaborating with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes based on the Early Years Learning Framework.
Early Learning Educator
Designing and implementing engaging and inclusive educational programs for children.
Working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support each child’s development.
Providing care and support while fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Collaborating with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes based on the Early Years Learning
Why Choose Goodstart Early Learning Mackay Bridge Road?
At Goodstart, we create a supportive, inclusive workplace for all our staff, and we offer excellent benefits, including a generous salary, a 50% discount on childcare gap fees, and paid professional development opportunities. As an Early Learning Educator, you will have access to:
- Better pay than the industry standard.
- Paid professional development and ongoing career growth opportunities.
- A strong team environment that promotes continuous learning and collaboration.
Join Us as an Early Learning Educator
If you are passionate about shaping young minds and want to be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and community, then apply now to become an Early Learning Educator at Goodstart Mackay!.Goodstart Early Learning, Australia’s largest early learning provider and not-for-profit social enterprise, is seeking passionate and dedicated educators to make a lasting impact on the lives of children at Goodstart Mackay Bridge Road. Our mission is to improve the lives of children and their families by providing a supportive, nurturing, and educational environment where learning and fun go hand in hand.
Role: Educator
Location: Mackay, QLD
Centre: Goodstart Mackay Bridge Road
Employment Type: Full-time – 38 hours per week
Salary: $61,927.84 – $69,733.04 per annum + Superannuation + Benefits
Why Work with Us?
At Goodstart Mackay Bridge Road, you’ll find bright, modern spaces and a team of passionate educators who teach with heart. Here, learning is a journey, and fun is at the core of every child’s experience. From our well-equipped rooms and playgrounds to our play-based learning framework, we ensure that children have the opportunity to shine bright and grow in a safe, inclusive environment. You’ll also enjoy:
- Better Pay: Paid well above the award rate.
- Generous Discounts: 50% off childcare gap fees.
- Paid Parental Leave: 6 weeks of paid leave.
- Professional Development: Paid opportunities for career growth and training.
- Wellbeing Focus: Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year.
- Retail Discounts: Save on insurance, travel, and more.
What We’re Looking For:
- 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 (Blue Card).
- Passion for teaching, inspiring, and supporting young learners.
Apply Now!
If you’re ready to make a difference, click ‘Apply Now’ to join Goodstart Mackay Bridge Road and help children achieve the best start in life. For questions, contact our Talent Acquisition Team at saiholli@goodstart.org.au or call 1800 222 543.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from diverse backgrounds. Safety and inclusion are our priorities.