Assistant Director, Early Learning Centre Leadership

Goodstart; Griffith; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay (7%+)

Childcare discount

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Paid professional development

Wellbeing days

Free annual flu shot

First Nations support

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Griffith – Sanders St is seeking an Assistant Director to support the Centre Director, lead the team, and drive ongoing improvement in every area of centre operations. This role offers a stable, full-time opportunity within Australia’s largest early learning not-for-profit, with a focus on leadership and community engagement.

You will collaborate with a dedicated leadership team, mentor staff, and uphold our commitment to inclusive, high-quality care for children.

Qualifications

• Experienced early learning professional seeking career advancement in a leadership role.
• Lead and mentor centre team, driving continuous improvement.
• Apply the Goodstart Practice Guide to centre operations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Early learning experience

Leadership

Mentoring

Job description

Role: Assistant Director (Diploma)

Centre: Goodstart Griffith – Sanders St, NSW

Employment Type: Fixed-Term (12 months) Full-Time - 38 hours per week

Pay: Up to $48.39 per hour + 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
  
  

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience is a free service for essential workers and their families who are considering moving to, or have moved to, regional NSW. Local Connectors make moving easier by helping you find a home, schools, childcare, job opportunities for your partner, and connections within the community.

Learn More At Www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

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 Estella, 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 Griffith – Sanders St

• Our welcoming centre caters for up to 52 children across our Nursery, Toddler and Preschool rooms
• Open 7:45 am to 5:45 pm
• Located in a quiet and safe residential area, near school, shops, and local conveniences
• Team of highly qualified centre staff
• Winner of the Making a Difference award in the 2023 Goodies for being recognised as an exceptional and inclusive centre, improving access and participation for children and families
• Unique from other centres with varied natural elements in the outdoor environment
• Strong relationships with the broader Griffith community to enrich children’s learning through excursions and community events
  
  

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
• 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
  
  

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.

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 Ange from our Talent Acquisition Team on 07 3918 2369 or via email [e-mail]

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 [e-mail]

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

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Posting Notes: GRIFFITH DC || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time