Educator

Role: Educator

Location: Swan Hill

Centre: Goodstart Swan Hill

Employment Type:Full Time (38hrs)

Pay: $28 - $32 per hr

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 Mildura - Matthew Flinders Dr:

Join our dynamic team at Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Mildura Matthew - Flinder's Drive, a vibrant and nurturing environment with 150 families, conveniently located near Mildura Central shopping centre, local primary schools, TAFE, and La Trobe University.

You will be working in our Kindergarten room as apart of our school readiness program

We offer flexible working hours on a rottaing roster and programming time to support your work-life balance, ensuring you have the time to create enriching educational experiences.

Our centre boasts a diverse and inclusive environment, with team members who speak multiple languages and bring years of dedicated service.

Explore our beautiful natural outdoor spaces and join a team that values creativity, community, and cultural celebration.

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 VIC 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 – for further information and support, email

Have a question? Contact Shelby (07) 3918 2035 or

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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