Assistant Director

Goodstart Early Learning; Wanneroo; Presencial; AUD 50.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Above award pay (at least 7%)

Childcare gap fee discount (up to 50%)

Salary packaging (via AccessPay)

Fitness Passport

Paid professional development

Wellbeing days

Free annual flu shot

Option to purchase extra leave

First Nations Support & Cultural Leave

Retail discounts (insurance, travel, &

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Descripción de la vacante

Goodstart Ocean Keys in Clarkson (WA) is seeking an Assistant Director to join our vibrant early learning centre. You will work with the Centre Director to lead a dedicated team, drive continuous improvement across operations, and foster strong relationships with families and the local community.

As Assistant Director, you will leverage your leadership and expertise in early learning to inspire staff, implement the Goodstart Practice Guide, and ensure a safe, inclusive, and high-quality learning

Formación

• Prior experience in early learning and/or centre leadership is desirable.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills with teams and families.
• Ability to manage centre operations in the Centre Director's absence.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Centre Director in leading the team to deliver high-quality early learning and care.
• Mentor and build capabilities within the centre team.
• Be responsible for overall centre management in the absence of the Centre Director.
• Implement and uphold the Goodstart Practice Guide across the centre.

Educación

Diploma - Children's Services or equiv

Descripción del empleo

Role: Assistant Director
Location: 60 Burnett Drive, CLARKSON, 6030, WA
Centre: Goodstart Ocean Keys
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Pay: From $ $44.39 p/h + super

• Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and team
• Competitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging available
• Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit

Are you an experienced early learning professional eager to advance your career, sharpen your leadership skills, and contribute to building a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As the Assistant Director at Goodstart you'll leverage your expertise and leadership to inspire and motivate your centre team, driving continuous improvement across all areas of centre operations. Collaborate with our dedicated leadership team, forge respectful and reciprocal relationships with families, and actively engage with the local community networks.

In This Role, You Will

• Support the Centre Director in the leadership of the team to provide high-quality early learning and care
• Mentor and build capabilities within the centre team
• Be responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director’s absence
• Use and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide

About Goodstart Ocean Keys

• Beautifully renovated, 99 place centre located in Clarkson, just off Marmion Ave.
• Established service with a loyal, long-standing team and strong family relationships.
• Supportive, values-driven culture focused on inclusion, belonging and child-led learning
• Well-designed indoor learning environments that support engagement, complemented by spacious outdoor areas incorporating natural elements and sustainability practices.
• Support from an experienced and dedicated Director.

What Goodstart Can Offer You

• Receive at least 7% above the award rate
• Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Salary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies)
• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
• Paid professional development
• T wo 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

If you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, or similar, we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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Posting Notes: CLARKSON, PERTH || WA || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time